Journey FWD V6-3.5L (2009)
1. Examine connecting rod bolts for stretching. Stretching can be checked by holding a scale or straight edge against the threads. If all the threads do
not contact the scale the bolt must be replaced.
2. Before installing the bolts the threads should be cleaned and inspected.
3. Install clean bolts finger tight. Then alternately torque each bolt to assemble the cap properly.
4. Tighten the connecting rod cap bolts to specification. See: Specifications/Engine - Specifications
CONNECTING ROD SIDE CLEARANCE
1. Mount a dial indicator to a stationary point on engine. Locate probe perpendicular to and resting against the connecting rod cap being checked.
Move connecting rod all the way to rear of its travel (toward flywheel end of crank). Zero the dial indicator. Move connecting rod forward of to
limit of travel (toward pulley end of crank) and read the dial indicator. Compare measurement to specification listed in engine specifications See:
Specifications/Engine - Specifications. Repeat procedure for each connecting rod. Turn crankshaft for connecting rod accessibility.
