Grand Marquis V8-4.6L Flex Fuel (2010)
Connecting Rod Bearing: Service and Repair
Bearing Inspection
1. Inspect bearings for the following defects:
1. Cratering - fatigue failure
2. Spot polishing - incorrect seating
3. Imbedded dirty engine oil
4. Scratching - dirty engine oil
5. Base exposed - poor lubrication
6. Both edges worn - journal damaged
7. One edge worn - journal tapered or bearing not seated
