Sidekick Sport 2D JLX 4WD L4-1.8L (1998)
1. Apply engine oil to pistons, rings, cylinder walls, connecting rod bearings and crank pins.
NOTE: Do not apply oil between connecting rod and bearing or between bearing cap and bearing.
2. Install guide hoses over connecting rod bolts.
These guide hoses protect crank pin and threads of rod bolt from damage during installation of connecting rod and piston assembly.
3. When installing piston and connecting rod assembly into cylinder bore, point arrow mark on piston head to crankshaft pulley side.
4. Install piston and connecting rod assembly into cylinder bore. Use special tool (Piston ring compressor) to compress rings. Guide connecting rod
into place on crankshaft. Using a hammer handle, tap piston head to install piston into bore. Hold ring compressor firmly against cylinder block
until all piston rings have entered cylinder bore.
Special Tool (A): 09916-77310
5. Install bearing cap:
Point arrow mark on cap to crankshaft pulley side.
Tighten cap nuts to specification.
Tightening Torque (a): 45 Nm (33.0 ft. lbs.)
6. Reverse removal procedure for installation.
7. Adjust cooling fan belt tension.
8. Adjust accelerator cable play and A/T throttle cable play.
