Measuring Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance - Using J 43690/J 43690-100
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J 43690 tool and J 43690-100 kit have been developed as a more accurate method to measure connecting rod bearing clearances. The instructions below provide an overview of tool set-up and usage. For more detailed information, refer to the tool instruction sheets supplied by the tool manufacturer.
J 43690 tool
- J 43690-20 Swivel Base (1)
- J 43690-19 Dial Indicator (2)
- J 43690-2 Base (3)
- J 43690-5, J 43690-6 Handle (4)
- J 43690-10, J 43690-11 Foot (5)
- 280307 Screw (6)
- J 43690-1 Pivot Arm Assembly (7)
- J 43690-3, J 43690-7, J 43690-8 Screws (8)
- 280319 Screw (9)
- 280311 Screw (10)
- J 43690-17, J 43690-18 Adapter (11)
- 280310 Pin (12)
J 43690 Rod Bearing Checking Tool
- J 43690-104 Spacer (1)
- J 43690-105 Retainer Plate (2)
- 505478 Bolt (3)
- 511341 Bolt (4)
- J 43690-106 Retainer Plate (5)
- J 43690-107 Cap (6)
- J 43690-102 Foot (7)
- J 43690-101 Pivot Arm Assembly (8)
- J 43690-103 Adapter (9)
- 505439 Adapter (10)
- NOTE:
The crankshaft must be secure, with no movement or rotation, in order to obtain an accurate reading.
Rotate the crankshaft until the journal/connecting rod to be measured is in the 12 o'clock position.
- Remove a bearing cap and bolts (1).
- Remove the bearing half (2).
- Insert a piece of paper card stock onto the crankshaft journal.
- Install the bearing half (2) and cap and bolts (1). Refer to Fastener Specifications .
Install the following:
- J 43690-2 (5)
- J 43690-3 (4)
- J 43690-101 (2)
- 280310 (3)
- J 43690-5 (1)
Install the swivel base (1) and dial indicator (2).
- Adjust per the manufacturers instructions and measure the connecting rod bearing clearance.
A connecting rod with a clearance in excess of 0.076 mm (0.003 in) is considered excessive. Service components, as required.