Fastener Tightening Specifications

Connecting Rod Bolts
First Pass 20 N.m (15 lb ft)
Final Pass 75 degrees





Crankshaft Balancer Bolt
Installation Pass to Ensure the Balancer is Completely Installed 330 N.m (240 lb ft)
First Pass
Install a NEW Bolt After the Installation Pass and Tighten as Described in the First and Final Passes 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
Final Pass 140 degrees





Crankshaft Bearing Cap M8 Bolts 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Crankshaft Bearing Cap M10 Bolts
First Pass in Sequence 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Final Pass in Sequence 80 degrees
Crankshaft Bearing Cap M10 Studs
First Pass in Sequence 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Final Pass in Sequence 51 degrees
Crankshaft Oil Deflector Nuts 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Housing Bolts 30 N.m 22 lb ft





Connecting Rod Bearing cap

Important: The connecting rod and cap must be assembled with the mating surfaces properly aligned.

Install the bearing cap (103), bearing (104), and bolts (102).
Tighten the bolts a first pass to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Tighten the bolts a final pass to 75 degrees.





Measure the connecting rods for the proper side clearance. Refer to Engine Mechanical Specifications.

Crankshaft Sprocket





Install the crankshaft sprocket (207) onto the front of the crankshaft. Align the crankshaft key with the crankshaft sprocket keyway.





Use the J 41478 (1) and the J 41665 (2) in order to install the crankshaft sprocket.

Install the sprocket onto the crankshaft until fully seated against the crankshaft flange.

Rotate the crankshaft sprocket until the alignment mark is in the 12 o'clock position.