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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001MONTE CARLO V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLYCRANKSHAFT, ENGINE
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN K
Crankshaft, Engine
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Crankshaft, Engine
| Main journal diameter-all | 2.4988-2.4988 Inch (in) |
| Rod journal diameter-all | 2.2487-2.2499 Inch (in) |
| Main journal Taper-maximum | 0.00035 Inch (in) |
| Rod journal Taper-maximum | 0.00035 Inch (in) |
| Main journal out-of-round-maximum | 0.00025 Inch (in) |
| Rod journal out-of-round-Maximum | 0.00020 Inch (in) |
| Main bearing to journal clearance 1 | 0.0007-0.0016 Inch (in) |
| Main bearing to journal clearance 2,3 and 4 | 0.0009-0.0018 Inch (in) |
| Rod bearing clearance | 0.0005-0.0026 Inch (in) |
| Crankshaft End play | 0.003-0.011 Inch (in) |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.