While this may seem like an obvious or commonly used procedure for everyone else, I am not finding specific instructions on the recommended method, or any acceptable "easy" method, to turn the engine by hand. I am referring to a the method by which one would use to find TDC (Top Dead Center).
Now, I know that turning the crank or stepping the flywheel are possible methods. But, what does it take to get there? What access plate do I remove to get to the flywheel? Do I need to remove the radiator to get to the crank? Is it even possible to turn the crank by hand on this model? Is a special tool involved? Is this really a two-man operation? Will I cause damage if I turn it backwards too far?
I have the WSM (Work Shop Manual) and I am not finding details on how best to turn the engine by hand. It literally only states, "Rotate crankshaft by hand to position number one piston at top dead center of compression stroke." There is no mention of exactly how I should accomplish this.
Now, I know that turning the crank or stepping the flywheel are possible methods. But, what does it take to get there? What access plate do I remove to get to the flywheel? Do I need to remove the radiator to get to the crank? Is it even possible to turn the crank by hand on this model? Is a special tool involved? Is this really a two-man operation? Will I cause damage if I turn it backwards too far?
I have the WSM (Work Shop Manual) and I am not finding details on how best to turn the engine by hand. It literally only states, "Rotate crankshaft by hand to position number one piston at top dead center of compression stroke." There is no mention of exactly how I should accomplish this.
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