GTI V6-2792cc 2.8L DOHC (AAA) (1996)
Crankshaft Main Bearing: Service and Repair
LEGEND
1
Main Bearing Cap
2
Main Bearing Cap Bolts
3
Bearing Shells
4
Thrust Washer For Cap
5
Crankshaft
6
Trigger Wheel
7
Trigger Wheel Bolts
8
Thrust Washer For Block
9
Oil Spray Jet
NOTE: During removal and installation procedures, refer to the component location illustration above and component notes below.
COMPONENT NOTES
Main Bearing Cap (1)
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Bearing cap 1, at vibration damper end.
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Bearing cap 5 with recesses for thrust washers.
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Bearing shell retaining lugs on cylinder block bearing cap must be on the same side.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts (2)
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Tighten to: 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.) + 1/2 turn (180°).
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Two 90° additional turns is permitted.
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Always replace.
Bearing Shells (3)
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For bearing cap use shells without oil groove.
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For cylinder block use shells with oil groove.
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Do not interchange used bearing shells (mark at disassembly).
Thrust Washer For Cap (4)
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For bearing cap No. 5.
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Note orientation.
Crankshaft (5)