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Crankshaft Main Bearing

Main caps bolts

Inboard bolts (1-8)





1st pass 20 Nm (15 lb ft)
2nd pass additional 80 degrees

Outboard bolts (9-16)





1st pass 15 Nm (10 lb ft)
2nd pass additional 110 degrees

Short/inner bolts (17-20)





1st pass 30 Nm (22 lb ft)
2nd pass additional 60 degrees

Long/outer bolts (21-24)

1st pass 30 Nm (22 lb ft)
2nd pass additional 60 degrees

Main Bearing Clearance 0.010-0.060 mm (0.0004-0.0024 in)