Installing Crankshaft

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Crankshaft bearing shells

1. 1.1  Coat bearing shells -1 to 4-  with oil.
2. 1.2  Insert bearing shells -1 to 4-  on the relevant crankshaft bearing.

   Ensure that they are seated correctly.

3. 1.3  Insert upper thrust washers -5-  in the 3rd crankshaft bearing. 

   Information 

   You will need a second mechanic to help you with this step.

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Marking on crankshaft and bracing wheel

1. 2.1  Insert crankshaft into the cylinder block with the help of another person.

Check the markings -1 and 2-  on the crankshaft and balance shaft bracing wheel.

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Bearing shells and crankshaft bearing covers

1. 3.1  Coat bearing shells -5 to 8-  with oil.
2. 3.2  Insert bearing shells -5 to 8-  on the relevant bearing cover.

   Ensure that they are seated correctly.

3. 3.3  Insert lower thrust washers -9-  in the 3rd  crankshaft bearing.
4. 3.4  Insert bearing covers -1 to 4-  .

Check that the dowel sleeves are fitted correctly.

Fig 1: Crankshaft Bearing Covers Screws Tightening Sequence

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Tightening sequence for crankshaft bearing covers

1. 4.1  Tighten new  screws on crankshaft bearing covers -1 to 8-  .
   • Initial tightening 30 Nm (22 ftlb.) 
2. 4.2  Tighten screws on crankshaft bearing covers -1 to 8-  .
   • Torque angle + 90° 
3. 4.3  Tighten new  screws on crankshaft bearing covers at the sides -9-  .
   • Tightening torque 20 Nm (15 ftlb.) 
4. 4.4  Tighten screws on crankshaft bearing covers at the sides -9-  .
   • Torque angle + 90° 

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Oil pump chain drive

1. 5.1  Place chain for oil pump drive -1-  on the crankshaft sprocket -2-  .
2. 5.2  Position guide rail.
3. 5.3  Replace screws for guide rail -3 and 4-  .
4. 5.4 Fit and tighten new  screws for guide rail -3 and 4-  .
   • Tightening torque 9 Nm (6.5 ftlb.) 

• Balance shaft bracing wheel

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Balance shaft bracing wheel