E 250 3/4 Ton Van V8-5.4L CNG VIN M (1997)
Connecting Rod: Specifications
Connecting Rod, Engine
DIMENSIONS
Big End Journal Inside
Diameter with Assembled Liners: 53.049-53.027 mm
Rod Bearing to Journal Clearance: 0.064-0.026 mm
Pin Bore Diameter (Rod): 22.024-22.012 mm
Rod Length (Centerline Bore-to-Bore): 169.1 mm
Alignment
Bore-to-Bore Max. Twist: ± 0.05 mm
Bore-to-Bore Max. Bend: ± 0.038 mm
Side Play (As Assembled to Crank)
Standard Play: 0.300 ± 0.175 mm
Max Play: 0.475 mm
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Tighten the connecting rod bolts in two stages, using the sequence shown.
Stage 1: 40-45 Nm (30-33 ft. lbs.)
Stage 2: Rotate 90-120 degrees
