Crankshaft & Main Bearings
- Prior to installing main bearings, hold a straightedge across threads of main bearing cap bolts. Ensure threads contact straightedge in all areas. If threads fail to contact straightedge, bolts are stretched and must be replaced.
- Lightly coat connecting rod threads with engine oil prior to tightening nut to specification. Install main bearing caps with No. 1 cap at timing belt end and No. 5 at flywheel end.