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Rod Bearings

  1. Ensure piston and connecting rod are installed in engine with notch on top of piston toward front of engine. See Figure.
  2. Ensure bearing oil clearance and side play are within specification. See MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS  and CONNECTING ROD SPECIFICATION  tables under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS at end of article.
CAUTION: Place reference mark on connecting rod and cap for reassembly reference. Components are not marked at factory. Install new bolts in connecting rods. DO NOT  reuse bolts.