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Crankshaft Main Bearing





Main Bearing

Reinstall the bearings and the lower crankcase assembly, and then torque the bolts.

Tightening torque
Main bearing cap bolts (1 - 20) 37.3 - 41.2 N.m (3.8 - 4.2 kgf.m, 27.5 - 30.4 lb-ft) + 120°
Flange bolts (21 - 35) 21.6 - 25.5 N.m (2.2 - 2.6 kgf.m, 15.9 - 18.8 lb-ft)

NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft.







Crankshaft







Connecting Rod Bearing Mark Location