Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance
- Check connecting rod bearing clearance using Plastigage method. Tighten connecting rod caps to 33-40 ft. lbs. (45-54 N.m). Standard clearance is .0008-.0024" (.020-.060 mm). Maximum clearance is .004" (.10 mm) for all models.
- If below standard limit, crankshaft rod pin diameter must be ground to next undersize. Connecting rod bearing pins may be ground to the undersizes indicated in table.
CONNECTING ROD JOURNALS
| Application | In. (mm) |
|---|---|
| Standard | 1.7701-1.7706 (44.961-44.974) |
| 0.08 mm U/S | 1.7657-1.7662 (44.848-44.861) |
| 0.25 mm U/S | 1.7641-1.7646 (44.808-44.821) |
| 0.50 mm U/S | 1.7590-1.7595 (44.678-44.691) |
| 0.75 mm U/S | 1.7492-1.7497 (44.428-44.441) |