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 MountsFront Lower Arm Inspection
1. Remove the front lower arm..
2. Inspect the front lower arm for bending or damage, and the front lower arm
ball joint for excessive looseness.
If there is any malfunction, replace the front lower arm.
3. Rotate the front lower arm ball joint stud 5 times. Install the
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Side Turn Light Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Outer mirror glass.
b. Upper outer mirror garnish.
c. Side turn light.
3. Apply battery voltage to side turn light terminal A, and connect terminal
B to ground.
4. Verify that the LED illuminates.
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Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights
Purpose
Notifies the driver that a turn light, the hazard warning lights are flashing.
Function
Flashes according to the turn switch and hazard warning switch operations.
Construction
Displayed in the instrument cluster.
Operation
Turn system
1. When th ...