NOTE
If the crankshaft is replaced with a new one, refer to the Connecting Rod Big End Bearing/Crankshaft Main Bearing Insert Selection in the Specifications.
NOTICE
If the crankshaft, bearing inserts, or crankcase halves are replaced with new ones, select the bearing inserts and check clearance with a plastigage (press gauge) before assembling engine to be sure the correct bearing inserts are installed.
Turn the oil groove side of the thrust washer to the crankshaft.
NOTE

Front [D]
Connecting Rod Removal
Crankshaft Removal
Connecting Rod InstallationWheel Rotation Sensor Rotor Inspection
Remove:
Wheels (see Front/Rear Wheel Removal in the
Wheels/Tires chapter)
Brake Disc Mounting Bolts [A]
Sensor Rotor [B]
Front Wheel [C]
Rear Wheel [D]
Visually inspect the wheel rotation sensor rotor.
If the rotor is deformed or damaged (chipped teeth [A]),
replace the ...
Ball Bearing and Needle Bearing
Do not remove pressed ball or needle unless removal is
absolutely necessary. Replace with new ones whenever
removed. Press bearings with the manufacturer and size
marks facing out. Press the bearing into place by putting
pressure on the correct bearing race as shown.
Pressing the incorrect ra ...
Vehicle-down Sensor Input Voltage Inspection
NOTE
Be sure the battery is fully charged.
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Disconnect the vehicle-down sensor connector and connect
the measuring adapter [A] between these connectors
as shown in the figure.
Main Harness [B]
Vehicle-down Sensor [C]
Special Tool - Measuring Adapte ...