Crankshaft Pulley Removal and Installation: Installation

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Remove any oil and clean the crankshaft pulley (A), the crankshaft (B), the bolt (C), and the washer (D). Lubricate with new engine oil as shown below.

Fig 1: Identifying Cleaning & Lubrication Area
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Install the crankshaft pulley.
When a new crankshaft or a new pulley bolt is installed: Tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt. Do not use an impact wrench.
- Hold the pulley with the holder handle (A) and crankshaft pulley holder (B), tighten the bolt to 177 N.m (18.0 kgf.m, 130 lbf.ft) with a torque wrench and a socket (C), then remove the bolt.
- Tighten the bolt to 39 N.m (4.0 kgf.m, 29 lbf.ft) with a torque wrench and a socket.
- Tighten the bolt an additional 94 °
  
  Fig 2: Tightening Crankshaft Pulley Bolt An Additional 94 Degrees (New Crankshaft Or Pulley Bolt)
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When the crankshaft or the pulley bolt is reused: Tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt. Do not use an impact wrench.
1. Hold the pulley with the holder handle (A) and crankshaft pulley holder (B), then tighten the bolt to 37 N.m (3.8 kgf.m, 27 lbf.ft) with a torque wrench and a socket (C).
2. Tighten the bolt an additional 90 °.
  
  Fig 3: Tightening Crankshaft Pulley Bolt An Additional 90 Degrees (Used Crankshaft Or Pulley Bolt)
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Install the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Install the splash shield.
Install the right front wheel.