Category Archives: Cummins 4BT

Cummins 4BT – Flywheel Housing Face Alignment – Check

Caution: The dial indicator tip must not enter the cap­ screw holes or the gauge will be damaged. Install a dial indicator as illustrated. NOTE: The extension bar for the indicator must be rigid for an accurate reading, ft must not sag. Position the indicator at the 12 o’clock position. Adjust the dial until the… Read More »

Cummins 4BT – Flywheel Housing Bore Alignment – Check

Attach a dial indicator to the crankshaft. The dial indicator can be mounted by any method that holds the extension bar of the indicator rigid so it does not sag. If the bar sags or the indicator slips, the readings obtained will not be accurate. Position the indicator in the 6 o’clock position and zero… Read More »

Cummins 4BT – Flywheel Housing – Replacement – Removal

Remove the transmission, clutch and all related compo­nents (if equipped). Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions. Remove the flywheel/ring gear assembly. Refer to Pro­cedure (7-23). Adequately support the engine to prevent damage. Disconnect the battery cables. Remove the starting motor. 15 mm Remove the capscrews and both rear engine mounts. Remove the mounting capscrews. The component… Read More »

Cummins 4BT Flywheel Installation and Torque Specs

Note: Cummins 4BT flywheel torque value is 137 N«m [101 ft-lb] Use two capscrews in the front of the crankshaft, or sim­ilar device, to hold the crankshaft when the flywheel cap­ screws are being tightened. 18 mm Torque Wrench Tighten the capscrews in the sequence shown. Torque Value: 137 N«m [101 ft-lb]