9000 Hatchback L4-2290cc 2.3L DOHC Turbo EFI (1994)
Crankshaft Main Bearing: Testing and Inspection
With Engine Installed
NOTE: This procedure assumes that the oil pan has already been removed.
1. Wipe off all oil drips.
2. Rotate the crankshaft to bring the big-end bearings for No. 2 and No. 3 pistons into the position for checking.
3. Remove the bearing caps on No. 2 and No. 3 big-end bearings.
4. Inspect the bearings and crankshaft by eye.
5. Lubricate the bearing caps.
NOTE: When installing the bearing caps, make sure that the identifying numbers on the bearings are uppermost and the right way round.
6. Fit and tighten the bearing caps to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.). Then tighten a further quarter-turn (through 90 degrees).
