Pic. 3.60. Numbering of crankshaft main bearing caps: 1 - The arrow must be directed towards the front of the engine; 2 - Main bearing cap number
2. After installing the covers, measure the axial clearance of the crankshaft (pic. 3.61). If the value obtained exceeds the allowable value, the main bearing shells must be replaced.
- Nominal value: 0.05-0.18mm.
- Permissible value: 0.25 mm.
Pic. 3.61. Checking the axial clearance of the crankshaft