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Bearing Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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Inspection 

    1. Cratering - fatigue failure
    2. Spot glazing - incorrect seating
    3. Scratching - dirty engine oil
    4. Base exposed - poor lubrication
    5. Both edges worn - journal damaged
    6. One edge worn - journal tapered or bearing not seated
GFD518837Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY