Crankshaft Installation

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Install the upper crankshaft bearings (1) and lubricate bearing surfaces with engine oil.

Fig 1: Crankshaft Upper Bearings
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NOTE: Crankshaft bearings MUST be separated, marked or organized in a way to ensure installation to their original location and position, when suitable for use.

NOTE: If crankshaft bearing kit has a red bearing in it, install this in the front crankshaft bearing position, closest to the crankshaft balancer.
Install the crankshaft upper thrust bearing (2) and lubricate bearing surfaces with engine oil.
Install the crankshaft (1) on the journals.

Fig 2: Crankshaft
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY