Section 03 787 RFI ENGINE
Subsection 04 (BOTTOM END)
F12R18A
Do not apply in excess as it will spread out inside
crankcase.
Crankshaft and Counterbalance Shaft
Install crankshaft
no. 3
in crankcase.
NOTE:
When installing crankshaft in crankcase,
make sure drive pins
no. 6
of bearings are properly
installed in crankcase recesses.
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1. Drive pins
After crankshaft installation, install counterbal-
ance shaft
no. 13
. Make sure to properly index
crankshaft and counterbalance shaft by gear align-
ing marks.
CAUTION:
Marks on the crankshaft and coun-
terbalance shaft must be aligned, otherwise en-
gine will vibrate and premature wear will occur.
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1. Marks must be aligned
Turn by hand the crankshaft and counterbalance
shaft. Make sure they do not interfere with the
crankcase.
PTO Crankshaft Seal
When installing seal
no. 5
, apply a light coat of
lithium grease on seal lips.
Position PTO seal against the retaining shim; the
gap between the seal
no. 5
and bearing
no. 4
will
ensure proper lubrication of the bearing.
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1. Seal against the retaining shim
Counterbalance Shaft Bearing Cover
Install the bearing cover
no. 19
with its hollow side
toward the bearing.
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