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Mitsubishi S12A2 — Removing main bearing cap

Repair & overhaul

For the Mitsubishi S12A2, from the Mitsubishi service manual.

Applies to: Mitsubishi S12A2

Before you start

  • Be careful not to damage lower main bearing or thrust plate.

Procedure

  1. Remove the main bearing cap bolt and the side bolt.
  2. Install the cap remover adapter to the main bearing cap.
  3. Install the nozzle remover to the adapter.
  4. Move the nozzle remover up and down to remove each main bearing cap.
  5. Remove the main bearing lower and thrust plate lower.

Tools required

  • Nozzle remover P/N 36291-00900 Amazon
  • Cap remover adapter P/N 32591-04300 Amazon

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Full service-parts list: Mitsubishi S12A2 →

Source: Mitsubishi service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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