POWERHEAD - 4-2790-826148R2 MARCH 1997
Connecting Rod Cap Alignment
1. Check eachconnecting rod forcorrectalignment
by carefully running fingernails up and down
edge of rod cap. If not aligned, a ridge can be
seen or felt at the separating line. Correct any
misalignment.
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Front View
Correct
Front View
Incorrect
Side View
Correct
Side View
Incorrect
Side View
Incorrect
Space Ridge
2. When connecting rods are attached, and bolts
drawn down finger tight, torque rod-cap bolts to
15 lb. in. (1.7 N·m). Recheck alignment. Re-
torque bolts to 16.0 lb. ft. (21.7 N·m). Recheck
alignment.
Crankcase Cover to Block
1. Install upper seal on crankshaft and seat seal
against bearing w/lips facing bearing.
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a - Oil Seal (Lubricate Inside with 2-4-C Marine Lubricant)
2. Apply LOCTITE MASTER GASKET SEALANT
to clean block surface. Instructions in kit must be
followed exactly.
IMPORTANT: Extend sealer to edge on each cen-
ter main journal to prevent blow-by between cyl-
inders.
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Sealant “Bead Pattern” Indicated by Bold Line
Above