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Product: MINI HYD EXCAVATOR
Model: 304E MINI HYD EXCAVATOR TTN
Configuration: 304E Mini Hydraulic Excavator TTN00001-UP (MACHINE)
Disassembly and Assembly
C1.7, C1.8 and C2.4 Tier 4 Interim and EU Stage 3A Engines for Caterpillar Built
Machines
Media Number -UENR0128-11 Publication Date -01/08/2015 Date Updated -09/06/2016
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Crankshaft Main Bearings - Install
SMCS - 1203-012
Installation Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools
Tool Part Number Part Description Qty
B 387-1351 Crankshaft Bearing Driver -
C 129-1967 Multipurpose White Grease 1
NOTICE
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.
Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.
Note: Install the main bearings dry when the clearance checks are made.
Note: Install the crankshaft main bearings upper and lower halves, with the bearing tabs fitting into
the notch of the crankshaft main bearing cases.
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Illustration 1 g02715940
Illustration 2 g02719957
1. Use Tooling (B) and install crankshaft main bearing (12) into the front of the cylinder block.
Install crankshaft main bearing (12) with the seam on the right or left side of the cylinder block.
Note: When the bearing clearance is checked, and the engine is in an upright position, or on the
side. The crankshaft must be supported against the upper halves of the main bearings.
Procedure is done in order to get a correct measurement with Tooling (B). If the crankshaft is
not supported, the weight of the crankshaft will cause an incorrect reading. If the engine is not
in an upright position or on the side, is not necessary to support the crankshaft.
Note: Refer to Guideline For Reusable Parts, SEBV0544, "Engine Bearings and Crankshafts"
for complete details concerning the measurement of bearing clearances.
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Illustration 3 g02715307
2. Apply Tooling (C) to crankshaft main bearings (7). Install crankshaft main bearings (7) in the
upper and lower halves of crankshaft main bearing cases (11). Install three crankshaft main
bearing cases (11).
Note: Be careful not to damage the bearings. Match each lower crankshaft main bearing case
and the upper main bearing case in order to ensure installation in the original location. The
three crankshaft main bearing cases are marked A-B-C with side markings FLYW and HEEL to
face toward the flywheel. The rear crankshaft main bearing case to be installed with the bolt
holes facing toward the rear of the cylinder block.
Illustration 4 g02715313
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Illustration 5 g02715314
3. Apply Tooling (C) to crankshaft main bearings (7). Install crankshaft main bearings (7) in the
upper half of crankshaft main bearings case (10). Position crankshaft main bearings case (10)
on the crankshaft.
4. Put Tooling (C) on thrust bearing (9) and install a new thrust bearing for the rear main bearing
only. Install the new thrust bearing (9) with the flat surface against the crankshaft main bearing
case (10). Apply Tooling (C) to crankshaft main bearings (7). Install crankshaft main bearings
(7) in the lower half of crankshaft main bearings case (8). Position crankshaft main bearings
case (8) on the crankshaft.
Illustration 6 g02715310
5. Install rear crankshaft main bearing case (6) onto the crankshaft.
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Illustration 7 g02716456
6. Install bolts (5). Apply engine oil to threads and tighten bolts (5) to a torque of 46 to 50 N·m
(34.0 to 37.0 lb ft).
Illustration 8 g02715301
7. Install crankshaft (4). Install three bolts (3). Tighten bolts (3) to a torque of 69 to 73 N·m
(51 to 54 lb ft).
Illustration 9 g02715938
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8. Position the gaskets and bearing case cover (1). Install bolts (2). Apply engine oil to threads and
tighten bolts (2) to a torque of 24 to 27 N·m (18 to 20 lb ft).
End By:
a. Install the front housing.
b. Install the flywheel.
c. Install the piston and connecting rods.
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