Crankshaft Main Bearing: Specifications

Crankshaft Bearing





CRANKSHAFT BEARING CAP SET BOLT
Using vernier calipers, measure the tension portion diameter of the bolts.
Standard diameter 7.5 to 7.6 mm (0.295 to 0.299 in.)
Minimum diameter 7.5 mm (0.295 in.)
If the diameter is less than the minimum, replace the bolt.
Crankshaft bearing cap set bolt
Tension portion diameter
Standard 7.5 to 7.6 mm (0.295 to 0.299 in.)
Maximum 7.5 mm (0.295 in.)





Examine the front marks and numbers and install the bearing caps onto the cylinder block in the order shown in the illustration.
Apply a light coat of engine oil to the threads and under the heads of the bearing cap bolts.





Using several steps, uniformly install and tighten the 10 bearing cap bolts in the sequence shown in the illustration.
Torque 40 N*m (408 kgf*cm, 30 ft.*lbf)





Mark the front of the bearing cap bolts with paint.
Retighten the 10 bearing cap bolts by 90°.
Check that the paint marks are at a 90° angle to the front.