Toyota T100 1996 Service Manual page 914

EM−86
1996 TOYOTA T100 (RM449U)
ENGINE MECHANICAL (5VZ−FE)
(c)
HINT:
Keep the lower bearing inserted with the connecting rod cap.
(d)
(e)
(f)
If the crank pin or bearing is damaged, replace the bearings. If
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necessary, grind or replace the crankshaft.
(g)
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(h)
NOTICE:
Do not turn the crankshaft.
(i)
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− CYLINDER BLOCK
Using a plastic−faced hammer, lightly tap the connecting
rod bolts and lift off the connecting rod cap.
Cover the connecting rod bolts with a short piece of hose
to protect the crankshaft from damage.
Clean the crank pin and bearing.
Check the crank pin and bearing for pitting and scratches.
Lay a strip of Plastigage across the crank pin.
Install the connecting rod cap with the 2 nuts (See page
EM−101).
Torque:
1st 25 N·m (250 kgf·cm, 18 ft·lbf)
2nd Turn extra 90°
Remove the 2 nuts and connecting rod cap (See proce-
dure (b) and (c) above).