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Crankshaft Runout

CRANKSHAFT RUNOUT





^ Place a V-block on a precise flat table to support the journals on both ends of the crankshaft.
^ Measure at No. 3 journal using suitable tool.
^ While rotating crankshaft, read the movement of the pointer. Half of the movement shows the runout.
Limit: Less than 0.05 mm (0.002 inch)
^ If measurement exceeds the limit, replace crankshaft.