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Crankshaft Main Bearing





Crankshaft Bearings - Lower Crankcase to Block - Bedplate
Tighten the crankshaft bearing bolts in sequence.
Tighten the crankshaft bearing bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Tighten the crankshaft bearing bolts 70 degrees using the torque angle meter.





Tighten the lower crankcase perimeter bolts in sequence.
Tighten the lower crankcase perimeter bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Crankshaft Main Bearing Clearance 0.031-0.067 mm (0.0012-0.0026 in)