Altima GXE L4-2.4L (KA24DE) (1999)
2. Install crankshaft and main bearing cap and tighten bolts to the specified torque.
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Apply new engine oil to bolt threads and seat surfaces.
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Prior to tightening bearing cap bolts, shift crankshaft back. and forth to properly seat the bearing cap.
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Tighten bearing cap bolts gradually in two or three stages. Start with center bearing and move outward as shown in figure.
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After securing bearing cap bolts, make sure crankshaft turns smoothly by hand.
3. Measure crankshaft end play.
Crankshaft end play:
Standard: 0.05 - 0.18 mm (0.0020 - 0.0071 inch)
Limit: 0.3 mm (0.012 inch)
If beyond the limit, replace bearing with a new one.
4. Install connecting rod bearings in connecting rods and connecting rod caps.
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Confirm that correct bearings are used.
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Install bearings so that oil hole in connecting rod aligns with oil hole of bearing.
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Apply new engine oil to bearing surfaces, bolt threads and seating surfaces.
5. Install pistons with connecting rods.
a. Install them into corresponding cylinders with Tool.
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Be careful not to scratch cylinder wall with connecting rod.
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Arrange so that front mark on piston head faces toward engine front.
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Be careful not to scratch crankshaft journals with connecting rod bolts.