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Crankshaft Main Bearing






Main Bearing Cap

Tighten the main bearing bolts in the sequence shown in 2 stages.
Stage 1: Tighten fasteners 1 through 8 to 60 Nm (44 lb-ft).
Stage 2: Tighten fasteners 1 through 8 an additional 90 degrees.





Install the new 8 main bearing cap side bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown in 2 stages.
Stage 1: Tighten fasteners 1 through 8 to 45 Nm (33 lb-ft).
Stage 2: Tighten fasteners 1 through 8 an additional 90 degrees.





Install the main bearing cap support brace and the new bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown in 2 steps.
Stage 1: Tighten fasteners to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
Stage 2: Tighten fasteners an additional 180 degrees.