Crankshaft, Engine

5.7L ENGINE






CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARING SELECTION

NOTE: Service main bearings are coded. These codes identify what size (grade) the bearing is.






Main bearing Cap Torque and Sequence

Install all cap bolts and alternately tighten in two steps using the following sequence.






1. Step 1 - 27 Nm ( 20 ft. lbs.).
2. Step 2 - Turn main cap bolts an additional 90°.
3. Install the crossbolts with new washer/gasket. Starting with crossbolt A, tighten each crossbolt to 28 Nm ( 21 ft. lbs.).
4. Repeat crossbolt tightening procedure.