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September 13, 2022 Service bulletin

Bearing clearance tester (bct) procedures

Kia technical service bulletin TSB_SST067_R2 for 2011-2019 Kia Sorento, 2011-2019 Kia Optima and 2011-2019 Kia Sportage.

Bulletin number
TSB_SST067_R2
Component
Engine and engine cooling
Summary
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: BEARING CLEARANCE TESTER (BCT) PROCEDURES - This bulletin provides information regarding test procedure of the Bearing Clearance Tester (BCT) Special Service Tool (SST). The SST comes pre-calibrated from the supplier however, in some cases, due to variable shop compressor air pressure, the SST may need to be re-calibrated to ensure that the tool provides accurate readings when testing the engine rod bearing wear. The calibration and BCT measuring point maintenance is included in this bulletin.

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