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.
Engine Block: Crankshaft: Removal
If the engine encounters a catastrophic failure, the engine oil cooler and lines must be replaced or damage to the new engine or components could result.
- Remove the engine. Refer to REMOVAL .
- Secure the engine onto a suitable engine stand.
- Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal retainer. Refer to RETAINER, CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL, REMOVAL .
- Remove the oil pan and the oil pump pickup tube. Refer to PAN, OIL, REMOVAL .
- Remove the timing chain, camshaft phaser and crankshaft sprocket. Refer to CHAIN AND SPROCKETS, TIMING, REMOVAL
.CAUTION:
Do not use a number stamp or a punch to mark connecting rods or caps, as damage to connecting rods could occur.
NOTE:Connecting rods and bearing caps are not interchangeable and should be marked before removal to ensure correct reassembly.
- Mark the connecting rod and bearing cap location using a permanent ink marker or scribe tool.
- Remove the rod bearing caps and bearings.CAUTION:
Do not use a number stamp or a punch to mark main bearing caps as damage to bearing caps or bearings could occur.
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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.