Connecting Rods, Checking Radial Clearance: Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Audi A5, 2009 Audi A5, and 2008 Audi A5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
-- Remove the connecting rod bearing cap.
-- Clean the bearing cap and journal.
-- Place the Plastigage® over the entire width of the bearing journal or into the bearing shells.
-- Position the connecting rod bearing cap and tighten the old bolts -item ) OVERVIEW - PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD - Bolts. Do not turn crankshaft.
-- Install the connecting rod bearing cap.
-- Compare width of Plastigage® with calibrated scale.
RADIAL CLEARANCE:
- New: 0.010 to 0.052 mm.
- Wear limit: 0.120 mm.
-- Replace connecting rod bolts.