1990 Nissan 300ZX Crankshaft Pulley Bolt

1990 NISSAN 300ZX
180,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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How tight should the crankshaft pulley bolt go on?
Oct 6, 2010 at 8:54 PM
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Torque it to 134-141 ft lbs
Oct 7, 2010 at 7:19 AM
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I was only able to tighten the crank bolt to 90 ft. lbs. because the whole crankshaft would start turning. Is there a way to lock the crankshaft to keep it from spinning and be able to tighten the crank bolt to 134-141 ft. lbs.?
Oct 20, 2010 at 9:01 PM
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By blocking the flexplate thru the inspection plate
Oct 21, 2010 at 12:24 AM
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