2.0L 4-CYL 8 & 16-Valve - VIN [S]: Overhaul: Crankshaft: Installation

1. Install main bearing halves in engine block. Ensure upper bearing halves have an oil hole and oil groove. DO NOT  interchange inserts as crankshaft journal damage will result. Main bearing caps are numbered and must be installed with arrows facing front of engine.
2. Apply oil to main bearing surfaces. Install upper thrust washers on center bearing and lower thrust washers on No. 3 main bearing cap with oil grooves facing outward. Install crankshaft. Install main bearing caps with arrows facing front of engine.
3. Shift crankshaft toward front of engine. Tighten main bearing caps in 2 or 3 stages, starting at center bearing and working outward. Ensure crankshaft rotates smoothly. Check crankshaft end play. Maximum end play is .012" (.30 mm). Standard thrust washer thickness is .096-.098" (2.44-2.49 mm). If not within specification, replace No. 3 center main bearing thrust washers. See Fig 1.
4. Install rear oil seal retainer. Install flywheel or drive plate. Install piston and rod assemblies. To install remaining components, reverse removal procedure.

Fig 1: Checking Crankshaft End Play

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