Crankshaft - Installation

INSTALLATION





1. Select the proper main bearings Service and Repair.
2. Install the main bearings in the engine block (1).





3. Install the main bearing shells (2) in the bearing caps (1).





4. Lubricate the main bearing shells with clean engine oil.
5. Position the crankshaft (1) into the cylinder block.





6. Lubricate and install the thrust bearings (1).





7. Install all main bearing caps (1) in the location as noted during removal making sure the arrow (2) faces forward.






NOTE: The main cap crossbolts are torqued after final torque of the main cap bolts. Always use a new washer/seal on crossbolts.

8. Clean and oil all cap bolts and install finger tight.
9. Using the sequence shown, tighten the main bearing cap bolts to 13 Nm (10 ft. lbs.).
10. Again, using the sequence shown, tighten the main bearing cap bolts to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
11. Rotate the bearing main cap bolts an additional 90° in the sequence shown.





12. Install the crossbolts with new seal washer finger tight
13. Using the sequence shown, tighten the crossbolts to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).
14. Again, using the sequence shown, repeat the crossbolt tightening procedure.
15. Measure the crankshaft end play Service and Repair.





16. Wipe the connecting rod caps clean and install the rod bearings.

CAUTION: The connecting rod bolts must not be reused. Always replace the connecting rod bolts whenever they are loosened or removed.

17. Lubricate the bearing surfaces with clean engine oil and install the bearings and connecting rod caps onto the connecting rod journals in the same location as noted during removal.
18. Lubricate the new connecting rod bolts with clean engine oil and install the bolts finger tight.
19. Tighten the connecting rod bolts to 21 Nm (15 ft. lbs.) plus a 90° turn.





20. If required, measure the connecting rod side clearance Engine Specifications





21. Install the timing chain (5) and sprockets (1,3) Timing Chain & Sprockets - Installation.





22. Install the oil pump (1) Engine Oil Pump - Installation.
23. Install the timing chain case cover (1) Engine Timing Cover(s) - Installation.





24. Install the rear main seal and retainer Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Retainer - Installation.
25. Install the oil pan Engine Oil Pan - Installation.
26. Install the vibration damper Vibration Damper - Installation.
27. Install the engine Engine - Installation.
28. Start the engine and check for leaks.
29. Road test the vehicle.