Connecting rod
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Item |
Measurement |
Qualification |
Standard or New |
Service Limit |
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Connecting rod |
Pin-to-rod interference |
0.019пјЌ0.036 mm (0.00075пјЌ0.00142 in) |
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Small end bore diameter |
17.964пјЌ17.977 mm (0.70724пјЌ0.70775 in) |
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Big end bore diameter |
Nominal |
43.0 mm (1.693 in) |
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End play |
0.15пјЌ0.35 mm (0.0059пјЌ0.0138 in) |
0.40 mm (0.0157 in) |
Ball Joint Boot Inspection/Replacement
Special Tools Required
Bearing Driver Attachment, 40 mm 07GAF-SE00200
Check the ball joint boot for weakness, damage, cracks, and grease leaks.
NOTE:
If the ball joint boot is ...
Connecting Rod Bolt Inspection
Measure the diameter of each connecting rod bolt at point A and point B
with a micrometer.
Calculate the difference in diameter between point A and point B.
Point AпјЌPoi ...
Preparing to Drive
You should do the following checks and adjustments before you drive your vehicle.
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside lights are clean and unobstructed.
Remove frost, snow, or ice.
2. C ...