Main Bearing Color Codes

Crankshaft Main Bearing Color Codes





Observe crankshaft construction stage:

S: - Series
B: - Repair stage 1
C: - Repair stage 2
The letters denote the bearing shell classification for the relevant bearing position from 1 to 5 (main bearing cap).

The first letter on the left applies to the first bearing position at the front on the timing chain drive.

Color coding on crankshaft 1 to 5

Y= yellow

G= green

V= violet





The letters denote the bearing shell classification for the relevant bearing position from 1 to 5 in the crankcase and is located on the transmission side in the Vee. The first letter on the left applies to the first bearing position at the front on the timing chain drive.

Color coding in crankcase 1 to 5.

Y= yellow

G= green

V= violet