Rod Bearings
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- Measure rod bearing journal out-of-round, taper and oil clearance. If measurement is not within specification, replace rod bearings and/or machine crankshaft. See CRANKSHAFT, MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
- Ensure rod side play is within specification. See CONNECTING RODS table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.