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Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Installation - 2.0L Diesel LBS, LBX, and LCD > < Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Installation

Crankshaft and Bearing Installation

Special Tools

EN-45059   Torque Angle Sensor Kit

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .


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1. Install the increment wheel (1).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution .

2. Install the 3 increment wheel bolts (2) and tighten to 12 N·m (106 lb in) .

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Note:  If the crankshaft bearings have been used in a running engine, you must replace them with NEW crankshaft bearings for reassembly.
3. Clean the crankcase crank bore with a lint-free cloth.
4. Clean all the oil from the backside of new bearing halves.
5. Install the 10 crankshaft bearing halves (4) into position. Ensure that the upper bearing insert contains the oil transfer hole and groove. Roll the bearing into position so that the lock tang engages the crank slot. The bearing must fit flush with the upper crankcase.
6. Using two hands, install the crankshaft straight up to the engine block.
7. Install the 5 crankshaft bearing caps (3).
8. Install the 10 NEW crankshaft bearing cap bolts (1, 2).

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9. Tighten the 10 NEW crankshaft bearing cap bolts in sequence (1-10) in 2 passes:
  •  First pass in sequence to 25 N·m (19 lb ft) .
  •  Second pass in sequence to 100° using the EN-45059   angle sensor .

Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Installation - 2.0L Diesel LBS, LBX, and LCD > < Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Installation