Engine Block: Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The cast iron cylinder block is a two-piece assembly, consisting of the cylinder block and bed plate. See Fig 1. The bed plate incorporates the main bearing caps and bolts to the cylinder block. This design offers a much stronger lower end and increased cylinder block rigidity. The rear oil seal retainer is integral with the block. The bed plate and block are serviced as an assembly.
| 1 - CYLINDER BLOCK |
| 2 - BED PLATE |