Crankshaft And Bearings Installation: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Tools Required
- J 36660-A Torque Angle Meter
- J 8087 Cylinder Bore Checking Gauge
Important: If crankshaft bearing failure is due to other than normal wear, investigate the cause. Inspect the crankshaft or connecting rod bearing bores.
Inspect the connecting rod bearing bores or crankshaft main bearing bores using the following procedure:
- Tighten the bearing cap to specification.
- Measure the bearing bore for taper and out-of-round.
- No taper or out-of-round should exist.