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.
Crank Shaft: Reassembly
- Install the upper main bearing inserts in the cylinder block.
When reusing the main bearings, remember to install them by referring to the location marks made at the time of disassembly.Β
- Install the crankshaft. Apply engine oil to the journals.
- Install bearing caps and tighten cap bolts to the specified torque in the following sequence; center, No. 2, No. 4, front, and rear caps.
Cap bolts should be tightened evenly in 2 to 3 stages before they are tightened to the specified torque.
The caps should be installed with the arrow mark directed toward the crank pulley side of engine. Cap numbers must be correct.
Tightening torque
- Main bearing cap bolt: 55 ~ 60 Nm (550 ~ 600 kg.cm, 41 ~ 44 lb.ft)
- Connecting rod cap bolt: 32 ~ 35 Nm (320 ~ 350 kg.cm, 24 ~ 26 lb.ft)
- Make certain that the crankshaft turns freely and has the proper clearance between the center main bearing thrust flange and the connecting rod big end bearing.
Standard value - Crankshaft end play: 0.05-0.175 mm (0.0019-0.0068 in.)
- Install the oil seal in the crankshaft rear oil seal case. Use the Special Tool, Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installer (09231 - 21000) as shown. Press fit the oil seal all the way in, being careful not to misalign it.
- Install the rear plate and tighten the bolts.
- Install the connecting rod caps.
- Install the flywheel, front case, oil pan and timing belt.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.