All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:
A) crankshaft noises are generally deeper in pitch than other engine noises.
B) excessive front main bearing clearance results in a heavy knock after the engine warms up.
C) piston slap is the movement of the crankshaft in a forward and backward direction.
D) excessive end thrust will cause a clunk when the vehicle leaves a stop sign.

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Piston slap refers to the side-to-side movement of a piston within its cylinder, not the movement of the crankshaft in a forward and backward direction. This incorrect description of piston slap is what makes option C the exception.

All of the Following Statements Are True EXCEPT