Connecting Rod, Engine

CONNECTING ROD

5.4L (Hydraulic Valve Adjuster / Camshaft / Cylinder Block / Crankshaft / Piston And Connecting Rod):

5.4L (Piston And Connecting Rod):

a Time required for the plunger to leak down 1.6 mm of travel with 222 N force and leak-down fluid in the lash adjuster.

b Full indicator measurement on all journals when supported on front and rear journals (4 places).

ROD BEARING CAP

Tighten the 16 connecting rod bearing cap bolts in 2 stages, using the sequence shown.
Stage 1: Tighten to 43 Nm (32 lb-ft)
Stage 2: Tighten an additional 105 degrees.