When installing the bearing cap on the device shown in the illustration, which of the precautions listed must be observed? Illustration MO-0121

Correct Answer: Option D — Once the bearing cap is properly torqued, measure the end gap dimensions to ascertain even tightening of the cap.

Measuring bearing cap end gaps and clearances using precision gauges after final torque application verifies uniform clamp-up, preventing localized pinching, distortion, or misalignment of precision split-shell bearings during assembly on rotating machinery components.