Liberty Sport 2WD L4-2.4L VIN 1 (2002)
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Step 3: Then, move crankshaft forward to limits of travel.
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Step 4: Wedge an appropriate tool between the rear of the cylinder block (NOT BED PLATE) and the rear crankshaft counterweight. This will
hold the crankshaft in it's furthest forward position.
Fig. 45 Bedplate Bolt Tightening Sequence
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Step 5: Install and tighten bolts (1 - 10) in sequence shown in (Fig. 45) to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
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Step 6: Remove wedge tool used to hold crankshaft.
9. Tighten bolts (1 - 10) again to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.) + 1/4 turn in sequence shown in (Fig. 45).
10. Install main bearing bedplate to engine block bolts (11 - 20), and torque each bolt to 28 Nm (20 ft. lbs.) in sequence shown in (Fig. 45).
11. After the main bearing bedplate is installed, check the crankshaft turning torque. The turning torque should not exceed 5.6 Nm (50 in. lbs.).
12. Install balance shafts and housing assembly.
13. Install the oil pump and pickup tube.
14. Install the timing belt rear cover.
15. Install the timing belt.
16. Install the timing belt front covers.
17. Install engine support bracket.
18. Install the oil pan.
19. Install the oil filter.
20. Install crankshaft rear oil seal.
21. Install flex plate. Apply Mopar Lock & Seal Adhesive to bolt threads and tighten to 95 Nm (70 ft. lbs.).
22. Install the engine assembly.
