Connecting Rods, Checking Radial Clearance: Procedure
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-- Remove the connecting rod bearing cap.
-- Clean the bearing cap and pin.
-- Place the Plastigauge® over the entire width of the bearing journal or into the bearing shells.
-- Position the connecting rod bearing cap and tighten the old bolts -item ) OVERVIEW - PISTONS AND CONNECTING ROD- without turning the crankshaft.
-- Remove the connecting rod bearing cap again.
-- Compare the width of Plastigauge® with the measuring scale.
- Radial clearance: 0.028 to 0.065 mm.
-- Replace the connecting rod bolts.