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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2000CIRRUS L4-2.4L VIN XREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINEDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONCRANKSHAFT
2000 Chrysler Cirrus L4-2.4L VIN X
Crankshaft
2000 Chrysler Cirrus L4-2.4L VIN XSECTION Crankshaft
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 4
The crankshaft is made of nodular cast iron and includes five main bearing journals and four connecting rod journals. The number three journal is the location for the thrust bearing. The mains and connecting rod journals have undercut fillet radiuses that are rolled for added strength. To optimize bearing loading, eight counterweights are used.
OPERATION
The crankshaft transfers force generated by combustion within the cylinder to the flywheel or flexplate.
Fig. 4
The crankshaft is made of nodular cast iron and includes five main bearing journals and four connecting rod journals. The number three journal is the location for the thrust bearing. The mains and connecting rod journals have undercut fillet radiuses that are rolled for added strength. To optimize bearing loading, eight counterweights are used.
OPERATION
The crankshaft transfers force generated by combustion within the cylinder to the flywheel or flexplate.
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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.