SECTION 303-00: Engine System — General Information
2014 Flex Workshop Manual
GENERAL PROCEDURES
Procedure revision date: 05/02/2013

Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal-to-Bearing Clearance

NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.

NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking journal clearance.

  1. Remove the crankshaft main bearing caps and crankshaft main bearing.
  1. Lay a piece of Plastigage across the face of each crankshaft main bearing surface.

  1. NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft while carrying out this procedure.

    Install and remove the crankshaft main bearing cap.
  1. Verify the crankshaft journal clearance.