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How To Assemble Crankshaft on Toyota VVTi Engine

Toyota VVTi crankshaft 1 photo
Photo: screenshot from Youtube
Assuming that you’ve assembled the pistons correctly and put them in their corresponding cylinders, you’ll now need to couple them with the crankshaft and put the bearings back.
The operation has its special needs so check these following tips and the video bellow for more info:
  • Make sure you don’t scratch the journals or chip the counterweights as it will make for an unbalanced spinning resulting in vibrations and increased wear.
  • Carefully wipe all journals with a clean soft cotton cloth
  • Same goes for all the bearings
  • Don’t forget about the seals at both ends of the crankshaft
  • Carefully put the crankshaft in its place and secure its position with the corresponding bearings caps
  • Same goes for the connecting rods
  • Check a repair manual to see how tight the bolts need to be. You'll also need a torque wrench

This is a DIY guide and, as such, you must be aware the procedures described here involve some risks. autoevolution cannot be held responsible for any possible damage that might result while following this guide.

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