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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2002LIBERTY LIMITED EDITION 2WD V6-3.7L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINESYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSENGINE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSCRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARING
2002 Jeep Liberty Limited Edition 2WD V6-3.7L VIN K
Crankshaft Main Bearing
2002 Jeep Liberty Limited Edition 2WD V6-3.7L VIN KSECTION Crankshaft Main Bearing
1. Install the bedplate retaining bolts, making sure to place the stud bolts in the correct location. Torque the bolts in the sequence shown.
2. Hand tighten bolts 1D, 1G and 1F until the bedplate contacts the block.
3. Tighten bolts 1 - 8 to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
4. Tighten bolts 1A - 1J to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
5. Tighten bolts A - E to 8 Nm (6 ft. lbs.).
6. Turn bolts 1 - 8 an additional 66 °.
7. Turn bolts 1D, 1G and 1F an additional 42 °.
8. Turn bolts 1A, 1B, 1C, 1E, 1H, 1I and 1J an additional 36 °.
9. Turn bolts A - E an additional 32 °.
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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.