496
CID (8.1L)
SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 30
FRONT AND REAR BEARINGS
1.
2.
3.
Install appropriate size removal and installation tool on drive handle.
Index front bearing and drive it into position with tool.
Ensure bearing is positioned correctly. Index rear bearing and drive it into position with
tool.
4.
Install a new camshaft rear plug.
IMPORTANT: Plug must be installed flush to 1/32 in. (0.8 mm) deep and must be
parallel with rear surface of cylinder block.
5.
Install crankshaft and camshaft.
NOTE: This procedure is based on removal of bearings from center of engine first.
6.
Using camshaft bearing remover and installer set (with nut and thrust washer installed
to end of threads), position pilot in front camshaft bearing and install puller screw through
pilot.
Cylinder Block
Cleaning
1.
2.
3.
4.
Remove all engine components.
Wash cylinder block thoroughly in cleaning solvent and clean all gasket surfaces.
Remove oil gallery plugs and clean all oil passages.
Remove expansion plugs.
NOTE: These plugs may be removed with a sharp punch, or they may be drilled and pried
out.
5.
Clean water passages in cylinder block.
Inspection
1.
2.
Inspect water passages in cylinder block.
Inspect cylinder block for cracks in cylinder walls, water jacket valve lifter bores and main
bearing webs.
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