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LP Engine G430(3.0L) Base Engine Service Procedure
5. Remove the crankshaft bearing cap bolts.
6. Remove the crankshaft bearing caps.
7. Measure the gauging plastic at its widest area using
the scale supplied with the plastic gauging kit.
8. Compare the measurements to Engine Mechanical
Specifications.
• If the gauging plastic shows irregularity in the
journal exceeding 0.025 mm (0.001 in), remove
the crankshaft and measure the journal with a
micrometer.
• If the clearance is greater than Engine Mechanical
Specifications, select and install an undersized
bearing set. Measure the clearance with gauging
plastic.
• If clearance cannot be brought to specifications,
grind the crankshaft for use with the next
undersized bearing.
9. Use a dial indicator or feeler gauge in order to
measure end play between the front of the rear of
the crankshaft bearing cap and the crankshaft
thrust surface in order to determine the crankshaft
end play.
10. If you use a feeler gauge, measure between the
thrust surface of the crankshaft bearing and the
crankshaft.
Refer to Engine Mechanical Specifications.
VE053-3L
VE052-3L
VE045-3L