Connecting Rod - Piston Pin Side Clearance

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Tribute and 2002 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Measure the clearance between the connecting rod and the piston. Verify the measurement is within specification. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
1. If out of specification, install new components as necessary.
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Connecting Rod & Piston Clearance
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.