Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Taper and Out-of-Round

Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Taper and Out-of-Round

General Procedure

NOTE: Refer to general specifications in Engine for the appropriate specification.

1. Measure the crankshaft connecting rod journal diameters in 2 directions perpendicular to one another at each end of the connecting rod journal. The difference in the measurements from one end to the other is the taper. Verify measurement is within the wear limit.