Fig. 126: Check for Stretched Bolts
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1. For main bearing fitting procedure, see
Engine/Engine Block/BEARING(S), Crankshaft - Standard
Procedure
.
2. Start bearing in place, and insert Remover C-3059A into oil hole of crankshaft.
3. Slowly rotate crankshaft counterclockwise sliding the bearing into position.
4. Inspect main cap bolts (4) for stretching. Replace bolts that are stretched.
Fig. 127: Main Bearing Cap Identification
1 - STRETCHED BOLT
2 - THREADS ARE NOT STRAIGHT ON LINE
3 - THREADS ARE STRAIGHT ON LINE
4 - UNSTRETCHED BOLT
NOTE:
One main bearing should be selectively fitted while all other main bearing caps
are properly tightened.
NOTE:
The main cap bolts (4) should be examined before reuse. Bolt stretch can
be checked by holding a scale or straight edge against the threads (2). If
all the threads do not contact the scale (2) the bolt must be replaced.
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