LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Chevrolet >> 2017 >> Malibu LS >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different variant/trim >> Section 7 (Engine Mechanical - 1.8L (LKN)) >> Repair Instructions - Off Vehicle >> Piston, Connecting Rod and Bearing Cleaning and Inspection >> Visual Inspection And Cleaning Procedure >> Connecting Rod

Connecting Rod

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
  1. Clean the connecting rods in solvent and dry with compressed air.
    WARNING: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in order to prevent eye injury.
  2. Inspect the connecting rod for the following:
    • Signs of being twisted, bent, nicked or cracked
    • Scratches or abrasion on the connecting rod bearing seating surfaces