Service Limits & General Specifications
CONNECTING ROD SIDE CLEARANCE
^ Measure the side clearance between connecting rod and crankshaft arm with a feeler gauge.
Standard: 0.20 - 0.35 mm (0.0079 - 0.0138 in)
Limit: 0.40 mm (0.016 in)
^ If the measured value exceeds the limit, replace connecting rod, and measure again. If it still exceeds the limit, replace crankshaft also.
CONNECTING ROD BEND AND TORSION
^ Check with a connecting rod aligner.
Bend:
Limit: 0.15 mm (0.0059 in) per 100 mm (3.94 in) length
Torsion:
Limit: 0.30 mm (0.012 in) per 100 mm (3.94 in) length
^ If it exceeds the limit, replace connecting rod assembly.
CONNECTING ROD