Lower Cylinder Block Disassembly Note
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- Before removing the lower cylinder block, inspect the crankshaft end play. (See CRANKSHAFT END PLAY INSPECTION .)
- Remove the lower cylinder block bolts in the order indicated in the figure in, loosening several passes.