Lotus Elise S1 Service Notes page 224

Crankshaft, main and big-end bearings - refit
1. Clean all sealant surfaces on block, bearing
ladder and oil rail.
Use foam action gasket remover and a plastic
scraper - DO NOT USE A METAL SCRAPER
ON SEALING SURFACES.
Ensure all oilways are clear.
Examine shoulder location on each big end
bolt, renew if damaged.
Check that core plug at each end of oil rail is in
good condition, renew as necessary.
12M1779
5. Clean sealing surfaces on cylinder block and
bearing ladder using suitable solvent.
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\ 2M1780
6. Apply a continuous bead of sealant, Part
Number GUG 705963GM to paths shown on
cylinder block then spread to an even film
using a roller.
CAUTION: To avoid contamination,
l \ assembly should be completed
immediately after application of sealant.
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2. Fit selected main bearing shells into cylinder
block and bearing ladder as indicated in the
table.
3. Fit thrust washers into block, each side of
Number 3 main bearing with oil grooves facing
outwards.
4. Lubricate crankshaft main journals with engine
oil. Hold crankshaft with big-end journals
horizontal and using assistance, lower
crankshaft on to main bearings.
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