Crankshaft Main Bearings - Remove and Install
Removal Procedure
Start By:
- Remove the crankshaft.
- Remove crankshaft upper main bearing cap (1) .
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- Remove the crankshaft lower main bearing (2) from crankshaft main bearing cap (3) .
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Installation Procedure
Note: Apply clean engine oil to the crankshaft main bearings prior to assembly. Do not apply oil to the back of the crankshaft main bearing. Ensure that the tabs on the back side of the crankshaft main bearings fit in the grooves of the crankshaft main bearing caps and the cylinder block.
- Install crankshaft main bearings in the reverse order of removal.
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