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Crankshaft & Main Bearing Removal

  1. Loosen lower cylinder block bolts in 2 steps in sequence. See Fig 1. Remove and discard lower cylinder block retaining bolts numbered 1-16. Remove lower cylinder block from upper cylinder block.
  2. Remove crankshaft bearings and crankshaft. Ensure crankshaft journal diameter, taper and out-of-round are within specification. See CRANKSHAFT, MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS  table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
    Fig 1: Lower Cylinder Block Bolt Loosening Sequence
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