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.
2002 Chrysler Intrepid (CANADA) V6-2.7LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Crankshaft Main Bearing
The main bearing cap bolts must be tightened in the proper sequence. First the inner main cap bolts, secondly the windage tray bolts, and lastly the main cap tie (horizontal) bolts.
1. Inner Main Bearing Cap Bolts 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.) + 1/4 Turn
2. Windage Tray Bolts 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.) + 1/4 turn
3. Main Cap Tie (horizontal) Bolts 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.)
1. Inner Main Bearing Cap Bolts 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.) + 1/4 Turn
2. Windage Tray Bolts 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.) + 1/4 turn
3. Main Cap Tie (horizontal) Bolts 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.)
Factory Service Tools
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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.