Rod Bearings
- Using Plastigage, measure rod bearing oil clearance. Tighten bearing cap nuts to 15 ft. lbs. (20 N.m), then an additional 1/4 turn. See CRANKSHAFT, MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS and CONNECTING RODS
tables under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.NOTE: Before installing connecting bearing caps, attempt to run nuts down bolts by hand. Replace bolt if nut does not run down smoothly for entire length of bolt.
- If oil clearance is incorrect, install a new bearing set and again measure oil clearance. If proper oil clearance cannot be obtained by using new bearings, replace crankshaft.