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>> F << Connecting Rod Cap Installation

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  1. Verifying the mark made during disassembly, install the bearing cap to the connecting rod. If the connecting rod is new with no index mark, make sure that the bearing locking notches are on the same side as shown.
    Fig 1: Installing Connecting Rod Cap
    G04538292Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
  2. Make sure that the connecting rod big end side clearance meets the specification.

    Standard value: 0.10 - 0.25 mm (0.004 - 0.009 inch) Limit: 0.4 mm (0.015 inch) 

    Fig 2: Measuring Connecting Rod Big End Side Clearance
    G04538293Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION