Purpose, Function
The crankshaft converts the reciprocating movement of the piston to a rotational movement via the connecting rod.
The main bearing forms an oil film on the outer surface of the crankshaft journal to prevent wear due to sliding.
Construction
Crankshaft
The crankshaft is installed to the inside (crankcase) of the cylinder block.

The crankshaft has a key groove to match timing to the crankshaft pulley.
The crankshaft has the following parts shown in the figure.

The optimized shaft diameter ratio of the crankshaft journal and crank pin has reduced sliding resistance while maintaining rigidity.
The steel crankshaft has five bearings and eight counterweights for improved accuracy in the rotational balance.
The crankshaft journal and crank pin have been induction hardened* to bear high loads.
The crankshaft has an oil passage for supplying engine oil to the crankshaft journal and crank pin.

Main bearing
The main bearing is installed to the outer surface of the crankshaft journal.
The upper main bearing and lower main bearing are made of aluminum alloy.
The upper main bearing has an oil groove and oil hole.
Thrust force is suppressed by the thrust bearings on both sides of the No.3 journal.

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor
Motor MountsHigh Mount Brake Light Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the liftgate upper trim..
3. Remove the rear spoiler..
4. Disconnect the connector.
5. While pressing the high-mount brake light tab in the direction of arrow (1)
shown in the figure, press the high-mount brake light in the direction ...
All Wheel Drive System
Outline
The electronic all-wheel drive (AWD) control system automatically and optimally
controls drive torque distribution for the front and rear wheels. Due to this
off-road mobility and driving stability are improved.
Based on the input signals from each sensor, the AWD contro ...
Steering Angle Sensor Inspection
1. Remove the column cover..
2. Connect the plus (+) end of a tester to steering angle sensor terminal A and
the minus (-) end of the tester to terminal B (GND).
3. Switch the ignition ON (engine off or on).
4. Turn the steering wheel to the left and right.
5. Verify that the voltage f ...