Vibration Damper: Installation
- Inspect for oil leaks at the front crankshaft oil seal.
- Replace the front crankshaft oil seal if signs of leakage are present.
- Inspect the sealing surface of the vibration damper. Smooth any roughness with emery paper or an oil stone.
- Measure the vibration damper bolt. Replace the bolt if length exceeds 78 mm.
- Position the vibration damper on the front of the crankshaft.
- Lubricate the bolt threads with engine oil before installing.
- Install the vibration damper bolt and tighten:
- 1st to 200 N.m (148 ft. lbs.),
- Then retighten the bolt an additional 90° clockwise.
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- Install the accessory drive belt.
- Install the radiator with the radiator fan. (Refer to COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR - INSTALLATION)
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- Remove the Special Tool 9102 Flywheel Locking Tool.
- Install the starter. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/STARTING/STARTER MOTOR - INSTALLATION)
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- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Start the engine and check for leaks.