Check connecting-rod bearing clearance

Piston in BDC position.

Fit special tool 00 2 590 (Plastigage Type PG 1) to the oil-free crankshaft.

Fit bearing caps so that pair numbers match up.

Fig 1: Locating Connecting-Rod Bearing Cap Mark

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IMPORTANT: Do not distort connecting rods or crankshaft.

Use conrod bolts to check conrod bearing clearance.

Conrod bolts with special tool 00 9 120.

Fig 2: Tightening Connecting-Rod Bearing Cap Bolt

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Remove bearing cap and read off bearing play at width of flattened plastic thread with assistance of measurement scale.

Conrod bearing clearance .

Fig 3: Measuring Conrod Bearing Clearance

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Secure conrod bolts with special tool 00 9 120.

Fig 4: Tightening Connecting-Rod Bearing Cap Bolt

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Assemble engine.