Crankshaft

DESCRIPTION

The crankshaft is of a cast nodular steel splayed type design, with five main bearing journals.The crankshaft is located at the bottom of the engine block and is held in place with five main bearing caps. The number 3 counterweight is the location for journal size identification.

OPERATION

The crankshaft transfers force generated by combustion within the cylinder bores to the flywheel or flexplate.