Connecting Rod and Crankshaft End Play Inspection

  1. Push the crankshaft firmly away from the dial indicator, and zero the dial against the end of the crankshaft. Then pull the crankshaft firmly back toward the indicator; the dial reading should not exceed the service limit.
    Crankshaft End Play
    Standard (New):
    0.10−0.35 mm (0.004−0.014 in.)
    Service Limit:
    0.45 mm (0.018 in.)

  1. If the end play is beyond the service limit, replace the thrust washers and recheck, if it is still beyond the service limit, replace the crankshaft.