Taurus V6-182 3.0L FF (1995)
Connecting Rod: Service and Repair
Assemble the rod to the piston with the notch on the piston dome on the same side as the button on the connecting rod identification marks.
Piston & Rod Assembly
Assemble piston and rod assembly in engine with notch in dome facing front of engine. After installation, inspect connecting rod big end side clearance.
Clearance should be 0.006-0.014 inch.