Renault Magnum engine. Manual — part 15

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Fit bolts

(19).

Tighten to torque.

See pages .

Use tool 9776.

Check that the crankshaft rotates freely by turning it by hand.

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Crankshaft end play

Gauge the crankshaft end play .

Use tool 9661 + 8511.

Correct, if necessary.

For values, see "Technical data" chapter.

See pages .

Fit flywheel.

See pages .

Fit crankshaft front seal casing varref vrefid="1" idpos="1">.

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Reaction rod

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Preparing a new connecting rod

* Immobilize the connecting rod

(14) in a vice; use protections.

* Remove bolts

(5).

* Free connecting rod cap

(6) using a plastic mallet.

* Blow compressed air over the contact faces

(A - B) of the connecting rod and of the connecting rod cap.

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Split connecting rodSo as to not have to loosen a connecting rod during operation, it is crucial to not bump, nor apply oil to the part and keep

the contact faces (A - B), which correspond to the relief of the connecting rod cap / connecting rod parting line, immaculately clean.

Piston