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Alfa Romeo 155 Factory Service Manual (1992-1998)07 · Engine – mechanical (V6)
07 · Engine

Cleaning of lubrication grooves

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
155 Factory Service Manual
Year
1992–1998
Section
Crankshaft › Cleaning of lubrication grooves
Engine – mechanical (V6)Cleaning of lubrication grooves
  1. Check that the length of the rear main journal "C" is within the prescribed limits.
Length of rear main journal

31.300 to 31.335 mm

Rear main journal with measurement C

Cleaning of lubrication grooves

  1. Using a punch make a hole in the oil groove plugs and remove any burrs left by the previous chamfering.
Using a punch to make a hole in oil groove plugs
  • Thoroughly clean the lubrication grooves using warm diesel oil and then dry with compressed air.
  1. Apply the prescribed sealant to the new plugs and then insert them into the orifices of the lubrication groove using a suitable tool.
Applying LOCTITE 270 sealant to new plugs

LOCTITE 270

  1. Chamfer the plugs using tool N° 1.820.056.000 (A.2.0369)
Chamfering plugs with tool 1.820.056.000

1.820.056.000

(A.2.0369)

Parts & tools for this job For 1992 Alfa Romeo 155

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