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Main Bearing Cap

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.