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Cylinder Block (II) Disassembly

CYLINDER BLOCK (II) DISASSEMBLY





1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.

Connecting Rod Cap Disassembly Note
1. Inspect the connecting rod side clearance.
2. Remove the connecting rod bolt from the connecting rod cap by tapping the bolt with a plastic hammer.

Note:
- The tappets are numbered to make sure they are assembled in their original positions. When removed, keep the tappets with the cylinder head they were removed from. Do not mix the tappets.

Main Bearing Cap Disassembly Note
1. Inspect the crankshaft end play.





2. Loosen the main bearing cap bolts in two or three steps in the order shown in the figure.