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Crankshaft Main Bearing

CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARING

Crankshaft Main Cap-Bolts (Previously Used)
Step 1 60 Nm (44 ft.lbs)
Step 2 80 Nm (59 ft.lbs)
Step 3 Rotate 90°
Crankshaft Main Cap-Bolts (New Main Bearing Capscrews)
Step 1 120 Nm (89 ft.lbs)
Step 2 Loosen completely
Step 3 60 Nm (44 ft.lbs)
Step 4 85 Nm (63 ft.lbs)
Step 5 Rotate 120°

Caution: The 6.7L engine has different torque procedure for new and previously installed main bearing capscrews. Failure to use the correct torque procedure can result in engine damage.