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Connecting Rod Bearings

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  1. Inspect journals for wear, taper and out-of-round condition. If specifications are exceeded, grind journals to undersize or replace crankshaft.
  2. Inspect bearing shells for signs of fusion, pitting, burning or flaking. Observe contact pattern. Replace bearings if specifications are exceeded. Standard bearings are unmarked.
  3. Undersized bearings are stamped "US025" on the back of the bearing. Check bearing clearance using Plastigage measuring method. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten connecting rod nuts to specification.
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