Crankshaft Main Bearing Specifications

1. Tighten # 1, 3 and 4 main cap bolts to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.) + 1/4 Turn.

2. Rotate the crankshaft until the number 6 piston is at TDC.

3. To ensure correct thrust bearing alignment, the following procedure must be done:
- Move crankshaft all the way to the rear of its travel.
- Then, move crankshaft all the way to the front of its travel.
- Wedge an appropriate tool between the rear of the cylinder block and rear crankshaft counterweight. This will hold the crankshaft in it's most forward position.
- Tighten the # 2 thrust bearing cap bolts to 41 Nm + 1/4 Turn (30 ft. lbs.+ 1/4 Turn). Remove the holding tool.