18. Crankshaft and Bearing Removal

Crankshaft and Bearing Removal

Special Tools
* J 6125-1B - Slide Hammer
* J 41818 - Crankshaft Bearing Cap Remover

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools (Special Tools)





Note:
* 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.
* All M8, and M10 bolts are to be discarded and replaced with NEW.

1. Remove the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor bolt (702).
2. Remove the CKP sensor (701).
3. Remove the O-ring (750) from the sensor, as required.




4. Remove and discard the crankshaft bearing cap M8 bolts (127).
5. Remove and discard the bearing cap M10 bolts (129) and studs (128).





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

6. Install the J 41818 - remover (2) and tighten to 11 Nm (100 lb in).
7. Install the J 6125-1B - hammer (1) to the J 41818 - remover (2) in order to remove the crankshaft bearing caps.




8. Remove the bearing caps.




9. Remove the crankshaft.





Note: Use care when handling the crankshaft. Avoid damage to the CKP sensor reluctor ring teeth. Nicks, burrs or other damage to the teeth may affect on-board diagnostics (OBD) II system performance.

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




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