Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Tools Required
J 36660-A Torque Angle Meter
- Install the upper crankshaft bearings and lubricate bearing surfaces with engine oil.
- Install the crankshaft on the journals.
- Install the lower bearing halves, without grooves into the lower crankcase. Apply oil to bearing surfaces.
- Apply sealer GM P/N 12346286 (Canadian P/N 10953472) to the surfaces of the engine block to bedplate mating surfaces.
- Install the lower crankcase. Tap gently into place with a suitable tool if necessary. Ensure it is aligned properly on the dowels.
- Install the NEW crankshaft bearing bolts in sequence finger tight.
- 6.1. Tighten the crankshaft bearing bolts in sequence.
Tighten
Tighten the crankshaft bearing bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- 6.2. Tighten the crankshaft bearing bolts in sequence using the J 36660-A.
Tighten
Tighten the crankshaft bearing bolts 70 degrees using the torque angle meter.
- 6.1. Tighten the crankshaft bearing bolts in sequence.
- Tighten the lower crankcase perimeter bolts in sequence.
Tighten
Tighten the lower crankcase perimeter bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.