Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (1998)
mm (0.001 inch) undersize.
When a crankshaft is replaced, all main and connecting rod bearings should be replaced with new bearings. Therefore, selective fitting of the bearings is
not required when a crankshaft and bearings are replaced.
REMOVAL
1. Remove the oil pan.
2. Remove the oil pump from the rear main bearing cap.
3. Remove the vibration damper.
4. Remove the timing chain cover.
5. Identify bearing caps before removal. Remove bearing caps and bearings one at a time.
6. Lift the crankshaft out of the block.
7. Remove and discard the crankshaft rear oil seals.
8. Remove and discard the front crankshaft oil seal.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean Loctite 518 residue and sealant from the cylinder block and rear cap mating surface. Do this before applying the Loctite drop and the
installation of rear cap.
2. Lightly oil the new upper seal lips with engine oil.
3. Install the new upper rear bearing oil seal with the white paint facing towards the rear of the engine.
4. Position the crankshaft into the cylinder block.
5. Lightly oil the new lower seal lips with engine oil.
6. Install the new lower rear bearing oil seal into the bearing cap with the white paint facing towards the rear of the engine.
7. Apply 5 mm (0.20 inch) drop of Loctite 518, or equivalent, on each side of the rear main bearing cap. DO NOT over apply sealant or allow the
sealant to contact the rubber seal. Assemble bearing cap to cylinder block immediately after sealant application.
8. To align the bearing cap, use cap slot, alignment dowel and cap bolts. DO NOT remove excess material after assembly. DO NOT strike rear cap
more than 2 times for proper engagement.
9. Clean and oil all cap bolts. Install all main bearing caps. Install all cap bolts and alternately tighten to 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.) torque.
10. Install oil pump.
11. Install the timing chain cover.
12. Install the vibration damper.
13. Apply Mopar(R) Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant, or equivalent, at bearing cap to block joint to provide cap to block and oil pan sealing. Apply
enough sealant until a small amount is squeezed out. Withdraw nozzle and wipe excess sealant off the oil pan seal groove.
14. Install new front crankshaft oil seal.
15. Immediately install the oil pan.
