Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Lower Crankcase Installation Engine Block Cylinder Block

Special Tools

EN 45059Angle Meter

For equivalent regional tools, refer toSpecial Tools.

Note:Crankshaft bearings MUST be separated, marked, or organizedin a way to ensure installation to their original location andposition, when suitable for use.

Install the upper crankshaft bearings-(1) andlubricate bearing surfaces with engine oil.

Install the crankshaft-(1) on the journals.

Install the lower bearing halves-(1), withoutgrooves, into the lower crankcase. Apply oil to bearingsurfaces.

Note:

The block assembly surface must be free of contaminationprior to applying the sealer.Install and align the bedplate to block within20-minutes of applying the sealer.The bedplate must be fastened to final torque specificationwithin 60-minutes of applying the sealer.Apply a4.25-mmbead of sealer,dimension-(a), directly in the groove of the block tobedplate mating surfaces. Refer toAdhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers.

Install the lower crankcase-(1). Tap gently intoplace with a suitable tool if necessary. Ensure it is alignedproperly on the dowels.

Caution:Refer toFastener Caution.

Install the NEW crankshaft bearing bolts in sequence fingertight.Tighten the crankshaft bearing bolts in sequence to20-Y-(15-lb-ft).Tighten the crankshaft bearing bolts in sequence using theEN 45059meteran additional 70-degrees.

Tighten the lower crankcase perimeter bolts in sequence to25-Y-(18-lb-ft).