Crankshaft Installation
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| ITEM | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| 1 | Coolant drain plug |
| 2 | Torque converter access plug |
| 3 | Drive plate |
| 4 | Rear cover |
| 5 | Main bearing cap |
| 6 | Identification mark |
| 7 | Front cover |
| 8 | Front pulley |
The main bearing caps are made from cast iron and are cross bolted to increase rigidity. An identification mark on the bearing cap faces the front of the engine.
At the front of the crankshaft, a tuned torsional vibration damper is incorporated into the crankshaft front pulley. At the rear of the crankshaft a pressed steel drive plate, with a steel starter ring gear, is installed to transfer drive from the engine to the transmission. The reluctor ring for the CKP (crankshaft position) sensor is integrated into the perimeter of the drive plate.
The crankshaft seals are located in the front and rear covers.