5000S Sedan L5-2226cc 2.22L SOHC (KZ) (1985)
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Engine code:
DE
Connecting rod bearing clearance, checking
Note
This procedure supercedes that shown in Audi 5000 Repair Manual 1984-1988, Fiche No. 1, of Nov. 1, 1988, page 13.9.
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remove bearing cap
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clean shells and journal
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lay Plastigage across journal (arrow)
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install bearing cap and tighten
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stretch bolts: 30 N-m (22 ft.lb) plus 1/4 turn
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rigid bolts; 59 N-m (44 ft.lb)
Type
Color code
Range
PG-1
green
0.025-0.076 mm
PR-1
red
0.05-0.15 mm
PB-1
blue
0.10-0.23 mm
CAUTION
Do not turn crankshaft
