TrailBlazer 4WD V8-6.0L (2007)
Connecting Rod Bearing: Specifications
Connecting Rod
Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance - Production ..................................................................................................... 0.023-0.065 mm (0.0009-0.0025 in)
Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance - Service ............................................................................................................. 0.023-0.076 mm (0.0009-0.003 in)
Connecting Rod Bearing cap
Important: The connecting rod and cap must be assembled with the mating surfaces properly aligned.
Install the bearing cap (103), bearing (104), and bolts (102).
Tighten the bolts a first pass to ............................................................................................................................................................... 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Tighten the bolts a final pass to ........................................................................................................................................................................ 75 degrees.
Measure the connecting rods for the proper side clearance. Refer to Engine Mechanical Specifications.
