Sidekick JX 2D 4WD L4-1.6L (1998)
1. Remove engine assembly from body.
2. Remove clutch cover, clutch disc and flywheel (drive plate for A/T).
Special Tool (A): 09924-17810
3. Remove crankshaft pulley, timing belt and crankshaft timing pulley.
4. Remove cylinder head assembly.
5. Remove oil pan and oil pump strainer.
6. Remove oil pump.
7. Remove oil seal housing.
8. Remove connecting rod bearing caps.
9. Loosen crankshaft bearing cap bolts in such order as indicated in figure a little at a time and remove bearing caps.
10. Remove crankshaft from cylinder block.
INSPECTION
