TM-9-2815-200-35 Maintenance Manual for AVDS-1790-2M AVDS-1790-2A and AVDS-1790-2AM Engines Download
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Note. Exercise care when removing or in- stalling crankshaft assembly to prevent damage to the main bearing cap studs and crankshaft journals. Remove 1. Remove crankshaft with connecting rod assemblies installed as shown, using a suitable hoist. 2. Place crankshaft assembly on suitable “V” blocks with crankshaft resting on bearing journals. Install 1. Before installing crankshaft and connecting rod assemblies in crankcase, place cardboard or plastic tubes over main bearing studs for protection. If such tubes are not available, cover studs with industrial tape. 2. Install crankshaft and connecting rod assemblies in crankcase as shown using a suitable hoist. Guide the connecting rods through the cylinder mounting holes and past the connecting rod protectors. Note. The connecting rods are installed on the crankshaft in pairs. The connecting rod of each pair toward the flywheel end (rear) serves the left bank cylinders; the connecting rod toward the front of the engine serves the right bank. Figure 5-178. Removing or installing crankshaft and connecting rod assemblies using crankshaft and connecting rod sling- 4 9 1 0 - 7 9 5 - 7 9 5 5 . 5-104