Express 3/4 Ton Van V8-5.7L VIN R (1998)
Crankshaft Main Bearing: Specifications
Main Bearing Cap Torque
Crankshaft Bearing Cap Bolt and Stud (Preferred Method)
First Pass (Two Bolt Type Bearing Cap) ........................................................................................................................................ 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.)
Final Pass (Two Bolt Type Bearing Cap) ................................................................................................................................................... 73 degrees
First Pass (Four Bolt Type Bearing Cap) ........................................................................................................................................ 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.)
Final Pass Outboard Bolt (Four Bolt Type Bearing Cap) ........................................................................................................................... 43 degrees
Final Pass Inboard Bolt and Stud (Four Bolt Type Bearing Cap) ............................................................................................................... 73 degrees
Crankshaft Bearing Cap Bolt and Stud (Optional Method)
Two Bolt Type Bearing Cap ......................................................................................................................................................... 105 Nm (77 ft. lbs.)
Inboard Bolt and Stud (Four Bolt Type Bearing Cap) .................................................................................................................. 105 Nm (77 ft. lbs.)
Outboard Bolt (Four Bolt Type Bearing Cap) ................................................................................................................................ 90 Nm (66 ft. lbs.)