Crankshaft Runout

2010 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, AutomaticSECTION Crankshaft Runout
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Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0000024
Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent
NOTE: Refer to SPECIFICATIONSΒ .
    NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking runout.
  1. Use the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture to measure the crankshaft runout.
    • Rotate the crankshaft and subtract the lowest Dial Indicator reading from the highest Dial Indicator reading to figure the crankshaft runout.
  2. Fig 1: Measuring Crankshaft Runout Using Dial Indicator Gauge With Holding Fixture
    GF0040870Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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