Connecting Rod Bearings - Remove
Removal Procedure
Start By:
- Remove the engine oil pan.
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Keep all parts clean from contaminants. Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life. |
- Inspect the connecting rod and connecting rod cap (2) for the proper identification mark. The connecting rod and connecting rod cap (2) should have an etched number on the side that is toward the right side of the engine. The number should match the cylinder number. The bearing retainer notch should also be on the right side. Mark the connecting rod and connecting rod cap (2), if necessary.
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| Illustration 1 | g00522734 |
- Remove connecting rod cap bolts (1) and connecting rod cap (2) .
- Remove the lower half of the connecting rod bearing from connecting rod cap (2) .
- Push connecting rod (3) away from the crankshaft. Remove the upper half of connecting rod bearing (4) .
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| Illustration 2 | g00522735 |
- Repeat Steps 1 through 4 in order to remove the remaining connecting rod bearings.
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