Connecting Rod Bearing Crush Height

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Infiniti FX50. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

When connecting rod bearing cap is removed after being tightened to the specified torque with connecting rod bearings (1) installed, the tip end of bearing must protrude. Refer to "DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY " for the tightening procedure.

Fig 1: Identifying Connecting Rod Bearing Crush Height
Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Standard: There must be crush height.
If the standard is not met, replace connecting rod bearings.