4. DISASSEMBLING AND SERVICING
b) Check big end diameter
If out of the standard or exceed service limit, replace the connecting rod.
c) Connecting rod big end oil clearance
Wipe oil off the crank pin and connecting rod bearing
mating surface.
Set the plastic gauge on the crank pin, connecting rod and
bolt to specified torque.
Torque:15 N·m
Place the plastic gauge axially.
Remove connecting rod and measure with plastic
gauge.
PLASTIC
GAUGE
PLASTIC GAUGE
WITH SCALE
If the clearance exceeds the service limit, replace the connecting rod and recheck the
clearance.