Crankshaft and Bearing Removal
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- Install the increment wheel (1).
- Install the 3 increment wheel bolts (2) and tighten to 12 N.m (106 lb in).CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
- Clean the crankcase crank bore with a lint-free cloth.
NOTE: If the crankshaft bearings have been used in a running engine, you must replace them with NEW crankshaft bearings for reassembly.
- Clean all the oil from the backside of new bearing halves.
- Install the 10 crankshaft bearing halves (4) into position. Ensure that the upper bearing insert contains the oil transfer hole and groove. Roll the bearing into position so that the lock tang engages the crank slot. The bearing must fit flush with the upper crankcase.
- Using two hands, install the crankshaft straight up to the engine block.
- Install the 5 crankshaft bearing caps (3).
- Install the 10 NEW crankshaft bearing cap bolts (1, 2).
- Tighten the 10 NEW crankshaft bearing cap bolts in sequence (1-10) in 2 passes:
CAUTION: Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution .
- First pass in sequence to 25 N.m (19 lb ft).
- Second pass in sequence to an additional 100 degrees using the EN-45059 meter.