Mustang Cobra V8-281 4.6L DOHC VIN V MFI (1997)
40. Remove 10 horizontal main cap side bolts from cylinder block-to-main bearing caps using de-torque sequence as shown. Save bolts for
reinstallation.
41. With a 3/8 inch hex socket, loosen crankshaft main bearing cap adjusting screws (6C360) in bolt removal sequence as shown.
42. Loosen and remove 20 vertical bearing main cap retaining bolts in bolt removal sequence as shown and discard vertical bolts. These are
torque-to-yield bolts and should not be reused.
43. Remove each main bearing cap and lower crankshaft main bearing (6333). Keep each cap and lower crankshaft main bearing together.
CAUTION: When removing the crankshaft, use care not to damage any of the bearing surfaces on the crankshaft.
44. Remove crankshaft.
45. If required, replace crankshaft main bearings.
INSTALLATION
