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Connecting Rod Side Clearance

CONNECTING ROD SIDE CLEARANCE





^ Measure the side clearance between connecting rod and crankshaft arm with feeler gauge.
Standard : 0.20 - 0.35 mm (0.0079 - 0.0138 inch)
Limit : 0.40 mm (0.0157 inch)
^ If the measured value exceeds the limit, replace connecting rod, and measure again. If it still exceeds the limit, replace crankshaft also.