Connecting Rod: Testing and Inspection

Connecting Rod Radial Clearance, Checking

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Plastigage

Test Sequence

- Remove the connecting rod bearing cap. Clean the bearing cap and journal.

- Place Plastigage over the entire width of the bearing journal or into the bearing shell.

- Install the connecting rod bearing cap and tighten to 30 Nm. Do not turn the crankshaft.

- Reinstall the connecting rod cover.

- Compare the width of the Plastigage with the calibrated scale.





- Always replace the connecting rod bolts.