Nitro 2WD V6-4.0L (2007)
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.
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. Zero the dial indicator. Move connecting rod forward to limit of travel and read the dial
indicator. Compare measurement to specification listed in engine specifications. Repeat procedure for each connecting rod. Turn crankshaft for
connecting rod accessibility.
