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Engine: Description and Operation






The 2.5L I-4 overhead cam engine has a twin spark plug cylinder head design with a high data rate Electronic Ignition (EI) system. The crankshaft is supported by five main bearings and the camshaft by four. Main, connecting rod, and camshaft shaft bearings are replaceable.

WARNING: TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, DO NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE WITH THE HOOD OPEN UNTIL THE FAN BLADE HAS BEEN FIRST EXAMINED FOR POSSIBLE CRACKS AND SEPARATION.