3239202 - Introduction - ENGINE CRANKCASE

CONSTRUCTION FEATURES

The crankcase is in ductile cast iron.The cylinders are formed directly in the engine block, and are graded into three sizes plus one oversize.The crankshaft is supported by five main bearings (1).There are special channels in the engine block walls which allow the flow of coolant and lubricating oil.At the bottom of each cylinder, there is a jet (2) from which oil is sprayed onto the piston crown to cool it and ensure the lubrication of the gudgeon pin.