Challenger V6-3.5L (2009)
12. Remove main bearing caps (1). Main bearing caps are not interchangeable and are marked to insure correct assembly and location.
13. Remove crankshaft (4) from cylinder block (7).
NOTE: Before installing crankshaft, refer to fitting of main bearings and installation of connecting rod bearings See: Crankshaft Main
Bearing/Service and Repair/Procedures and See: Connecting Rod Bearing/Service and Repair .
Crankshaft - Installation
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Main bearings are select fit See: Crankshaft Main Bearing/Service and Repair/Procedures for proper bearing size selection.
1. Install crankshaft upper main bearings in cylinder block. Ensure oil holes in bearings line up with oil holes in cylinder block See: Crankshaft Main
Bearing/Service and Repair/Procedures.
2. Install the crankshaft to cylinder block.
3. Move crankshaft forward to limit of travel. Lubricate and install the front thrust washer by rolling the washer onto the machined shelf between the
No. 2 upper main bulk head and crankshaft thrust surface.
4. Move crankshaft rearward to limit of travel. Lubricate and install the rear thrust washer by rolling the washer onto the machined shelf between the
No. 2 upper main bulk head and crankshaft thrust surface.
