Crankshaft: Service and Repair

(Engine removed)
Remove lower timing case, refer to Timing Cover, Service and Repair.
Remove piston, refer to Piston, Engine, Service and Repair.
Removing flywheel, refer to Transmission and Drivetrain.
Remove rear end cover, the procedure is described as part of replacing crankshaft radial sealing ring, refer to Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal, Service and Repair.





Remove screws securing main bearing caps.
Remove main bearing cover 1 through 5.
Lever out crankshaft.





If necessary, unfasten increment gear.

Installation:
Replace screws.
Install screws and tighten down in two passes.
Tightening torque, refer to Engine, Specifications.





Caution: Note grinding stage of crankshaft, refer to Engine, Specifications.

Replacing main crankshaft bearing shells, refer to Crankshaft Main Bearing, Service and Repair.
Replacing conrod bearing shells, refer to Connecting Rod Bearing, Service and Repair.
Replacing grooved ball bearing in crankshaft, refer to Transmission and Drivetrain.