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Engine Block: Crankshaft: Installation

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  1. Select the proper main bearings. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  2. Install the main bearings in the engine block (1).
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  3. Install the main bearing shells (2) in the bearing caps (1).
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  4. Lubricate the main bearing shells with clean engine oil.
  5. Position the crankshaft (1) into the cylinder block.
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  6. Lubricate and install the thrust bearings (1).
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  7. Install all main bearing caps (1) in the location as noted during removal making sure the arrow (2) faces forward.
    Fig 1: Main Bearing Cap Bolt Tightening Sequence
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    NOTE:

    The main cap crossbolts are torqued after final torque of the main cap bolts. Always use a new washer/seal on crossbolts.

  8. Clean and oil all cap bolts and install finger tight.
  9. Using the sequence shown in the illustration, tighten the main bearing cap bolts to 13 N.m (10 ft. lbs.).
  10. Again, using the sequence shown in the illustration, tighten the main bearing cap bolts to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.).
  11. Rotate the bearing main cap bolts an additional 90° in the sequence shown in the illustration.
    Fig 2: Crossbolt Tightening Sequence
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  12. Install the crossbolts with new seal washer finger tight
  13. Using the sequence shown in the illustration, tighten the crossbolts to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.).
  14. Again, using the sequence shown in the illustration, repeat the crossbolt tightening procedure.
  15. Measure the crankshaft end play. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
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  16. Wipe the connecting rod caps clean and install the rod bearings.
    CAUTION:

    The connecting rod bolts must not be reused. Always replace the connecting rod bolts whenever they are loosened or removed.

  17. Lubricate the bearing surfaces with clean engine oil and install the bearings and connecting rod caps onto the connecting rod journals in the same location as noted during removal.
  18. Lubricate the new connecting rod bolts with clean engine oil and install the bolts finger tight.
  19. Tighten the connecting rod bolts to 21 N.m (15 ft. lbs.) plus a 90° turn.
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  20. If required, measure the connecting rod side clearance. Refer to ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS .
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  21. Install the timing chain (5) and sprockets (1, 3). Refer to CHAIN AND SPROCKETS, TIMING, INSTALLATION .
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  22. Install the oil pump (1). Refer to PUMP, ENGINE OIL, INSTALLATION .
  23. Install the timing chain case cover (1). Refer to COVER(S), ENGINE TIMING, INSTALLATION .
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  24. Install the rear main seal and retainer. Refer to RETAINER, CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL, INSTALLATION .
  25. Install the oil pan. Refer to PAN, OIL, INSTALLATION .
  26. Install the vibration damper. Refer to DAMPER, VIBRATION, INSTALLATION .
  27. Install the engine. Refer to INSTALLATION .
  28. Start the engine and check for leaks.
  29. Road test the vehicle.
NOTE:

The Cam/Crank Variation Relearn procedure must be performed using the scan tool anytime there has been a repair/replacement made to a powertrain system, for example: flywheel, valvetrain, camshaft and/or crankshaft sensors or components.

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