Main Bearing Cap

Install crankshaft and main bearing caps and tighten bolts in the order shown.
Main bearing cap bolts 46.1 - 52.0 Nm (4.780 - 5.30 kg-m, 34.0 - 38.8 ft. lbs.)
^ Apply new engine oil to the bolt thread and seat surface.
^ Prior to tightening bearing cap bolts, shift crankshaft back and forth to properly seat the bearing caps.
^ Tighten bearing cap bolts gradually in two or three stages. Start with center bearing and move outward as shown in figure.
^ After securing bearing cap bolts, make sure crankshaft turns smoothly by hand.