L322 Range Rover Service Procedures
ENGINE - V8
12-2-80 OVERHAUL
Crankshaft and main bearings
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If, after inspection, the crankshaft has to be replaced,
it will be necessary to fit a new dowel into the
crankshaft rear boss. Before discarding the original
crankshaft, note the fitted position of the dowel.
Remove
1. Remove cylinder head gaskets.
Engine - V8, OVERHAUL, Gasket -
2. Remove crankshaft rear oil seal.
Engine - V8, OVERHAUL, Oil seal -
3. Remove timing gear lower cover.
Engine - V8, OVERHAUL, Cover -
4. Remove connecting rod bearings.
Engine - V8, OVERHAUL, Bearings
- connecting rods - engine set.
5. Release timing chain from crankshaft gear.
6. Remove oil pump drive chain from crankshaft
gear.
7. Remove Allen screws securing lubrication jets
and remove the jets.
8. Push connecting rods away from crankshaft
until the pistons crowns are flush with the top of
the cylinder bores.
Disassembly
1. Remove 10 bolts securing main bearing cap
and adjustable spacers. Discard bolts.
2. Remove 10 bolts securing main bearing caps to
cylinder block, do not discard bolts at this
stage.
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