Installation should include
- following manufacturer’s specifications and instructor’s guidelines
- lubricating wear surfaces with appropriate lubricant
- rotating engine crankshaft to check for binding and accurate operation during and after assembly
- checking the crankshaft’s end play.
Process/Skill Questions:
- When should a crankshaft be replaced?
- What precision tools are required in the replacement of a crankshaft?
- Why is cleanliness an important part of crankshaft replacement?