Engine Block: Crankshaft: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Dodge Sprinter. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Remote Ground

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Disconnect the battery.
Raise the vehicle on the hoist.
Drain the coolant.
Drain the engine oil.

Fig 2: Engine Lift
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Remove the engine.

Fig 3: Flywheel
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Remove the flywheel.
Remove the rear main seal.

Fig 4: Engine Front Cover Bolts
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Remove the front engine cover.

Fig 5: Cylinder Head Components
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Remove the cylinder heads.

Fig 6: Upper Oil Pan Bolts
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Remove the lower oil pan.
Remove the upper oil pan.

Fig 7: Windage Tray
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Remove the windage tray.

Fig 8: Oil Pump
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Remove the oil pump chain.
Remove the oil pump.

Fig 9: Front Cover Removed
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Disconnect the timing chain from the crankshaft.

Fig 10: Piston And Connecting Rod Components
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Use a grease pencil to mark the location of each connecting rod cap.
Remove the connecting rod caps.

Fig 11: Bearing Assembly
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Remove the oil jets.
Remove the pistons.

Fig 12: Crankshaft Main Bearing Caps
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Mark the location of the main bearing caps.
Remove the main bearing caps.
Remove the main bearings.
Remove the crankshaft.