Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Connecting Rod Bearing

Connecting rod bearing bore diameter 56.866-56.886 mm (2.23881-2.23960 inch)
Connecting rod bearing-to-crankshaft clearance 0.027-0.069 mm (0.0010629-0.0027165 inch)
Connecting Rod bearing caps
Stage 1: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
Stage 2: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
Stage 3: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
Rotate the crankshaft and install the remaining piston and connecting rod assemblies.
Check the connecting rod bearing clearance.