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Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance

DIMENSIONS
Axial Clearance:
New 0.5-0.31 mm (0.0020-0.0122 inch)
Wear Limit 0.40 mm (0.0157 inch)
Radial Clearance:
New 0.01-0.06 mm (0.0004-0.0024 inch)
Wear Limit 0.10 mm (0.0040 inch)

NOTE:
- Check radial clearance with Plastigage:
- Do not rotate crankshaft when checking radial clearance.