Hummer H2. Manual - part 1856

Fig. 587: Crankshaft & Engine Block 
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4. Install the crankshaft. 

NOTE:

To maintain proper crankshaft end play, use extreme care during 
crankshaft installation. Avoid scoring or damaging the thrust bearing.

 

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Fig. 588: View Of Bearing Caps 
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5. Install the crankshaft bearing caps, with bearings, into the engine block.  

6. Start the M10 bolts and studs.  

7. Tap the bearing caps into place with a plastic-face hammer. 

IMPORTANT: The bearing caps must be installed in the proper location and direction.

 

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Fig. 589: Bearing Cap Bolts & Studs 
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8. Install the NEW M8 bearing cap side bolts. 

 

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Fig. 590: Main Cap Bolt Hole Tightening Sequence 
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9. Tighten the bearing cap M10 bolts and studs. 

Tighten: Tighten the M10 bolts (1-10) a first pass in sequence to 20 N.m (15 lb ft). 

10. Using a plastic faced hammer, tap the crankshaft rearward then forward to align the thrust bearings. 

Tighten:  

1. Tighten the M10 bolts (1-10) a final pass in sequence 80 degrees using the J 45059 . See Special 

Tools and Equipment .  

2. Tighten the M10 studs (11-20) a first pass in sequence to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).  

3. Tighten the M10 studs (11-20) a final pass in sequence 51 degrees using the J 45059 . See Special 

Tools and Equipment .  

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

IMPORTANT: To properly align the crankshaft thrust bearings, the final thrust of the 

crankshaft MUST be in the forward direction.

 

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2004 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L - Hummer H2