27. rankshaft and Bearings Removal

Crankshaft and Bearings Removal
^ Tools Required
- J 6125-1B Slide Hammer
- J 41818 Crankshaft Bearing Cap Remover





1. Important:
^ The crankshaft bearing caps are machined with the engine block, for the proper clearances. Mark or identify each crankshaft bearing cap location and direction before removal. The crankshaft bearing caps MUST be installed to their original position and direction.
^ Do not use the bearing cap M8 side bolts again.
^ Remove the bearing cap M8 side bolts prior to cap removal.

Remove the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor bolt.
2. Remove the CKP sensor.





3. Remove the bearing cap M8 bolts.
4. Remove the bearing cap M10 bolts and studs.Note the M10 bolt/stud locations.





5. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install the J 41818.
^ Tighten the J 41818 bolts to 11 Nm (100 lb in).
6. Install the J 6125-1B to the J 41818 in order to remove the crankshaft bearing caps.





7. Remove the bearing caps.





8. Remove the crankshaft.





9. Important: Use care when handling the crankshaft. Avoid damage to the CKP sensor reluctor ring teeth. Nicks, burrs or other damage to the teeth may effect On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) II system performance.

Lay the crankshaft onto 2 wooden V blocks or other protective surface.





10. Remove the crankshaft bearings from the bearing caps and the engine block.
11. Mark, sort, or organize the crankshaft bearings so they may be installed to their original position and location. Refer to Separating Parts.