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19.Install connecting rod bearing cap with bearing
shell on connecting rod. Tighten connecting
rod bearing cap mtg. bolts to specified torque.
20.Measure connecting rod bearing bore. Record
the readings in the format given in this manual.
21.Ifconnecting rod big end parent bore
dimension is maintained within specified limits,
proper bearing bore dimension is automatically
achieved.
22.However, it must be physically measured and
confirmed. Measure pretension of connecting
rod bearing shell with a feeler gauge after
loosening connecting rod bearing cap
mounting bolt on opposite side of bearing shell
lug.
NOTE
Connecting rod bearing shells are precision
finished and should not be bored or scraped.
PISTON AND PISTON RINGS
1. Remove piston rings from piston using ring
expander.
2. Remove carbon deposits from piston.
3. Clean piston and piston rings thoroughly.
4. In case cylinder bore taper and ovality is within
specified limit, then same piston and piston
rings may be reused.
5. Examine pistons for cracks, scoring, other
damages, like Ring groove wear, piston pin
bore wear, spring clip groove wear/ damage
etc.
6. In case any one of the piston has any defect,
all the piston set should be replaced.
7. Examine piston rings for scoring, lateral
clearance in piston ring groove and butt
clearance in cylinder
bore.