bearing cap

Information on diagnostics

Overheating damage on engine bearing

Cracks are visible on the edges of the bearing shells. The sliding layer is significantly discoloured. What are the reasons? White fusion deposits visible in the galvanic layer of the bearing shell?...

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Damage to engine bearing: Corrosion

Is the rear of the engine bearing rough and scarred? Is it frictional corrosion? Can chemical corrosion on the engine bearings only be identified by a rough and porous sliding surface or are there other...

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Damage to engine bearings: Overheating damage

Is the engine bearing melted or burnt? Are there other signs of damage in the engine bearing shell in addition to initial rubbing marks, seizures and edge riding? You can find out how to detect heat...

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Damage to engine bearings due to the influence of particles

What happens when foreign bodies enter the plain bearing? When does the bearing have to be replaced? And what do you need to remember when mounting the bearing? A description of possible causes of...

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Removal of engine bearings in the event of damage

What do you need to remember when dismantling engine bearings? What can you tell about the cause of the damage from the position of the bearing shell and the appearance of the bearing? You will find the...

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Cracked connecting rods

Important information on handling

Cracking doesn't have any disadvantages but it does have one major advantage: it ensures that the connecting rod shank and the bearing cap fit precisely. But what should you watch out for during...