TL V6-3.5L (2007)
Crankshaft: Service and Repair
Crankshaft and Piston Installation
Crankshaft and Piston Installation
Special Tools Required
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Driver 7749-0010000
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Driver attachment, 106 mm 70AD-RCAA200
1. Check the connecting rod bearing clearance with plastigage.
2. Check the main bearing clearance with, plastigage.
3. Install the bearing halves in the engine block and connecting rods.
4. Apply new engine oil to the main bearings and rod bearings.
5. Lower the crankshaft (A) into the engine block.
6. Apply new engine oil to the side with the thrust washer groove. Install the thrust washers (A) in the No. 3 journal.
7. Install the bearings (A) and bearing caps (B) with the arrow (C) facing the timing belt end of the engine.
