Sidekick JS 2D 2WD L4-1.6L (1998)
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Rod bearing:
Inspect bearing shells for signs of fusion, pitting, burn or flaking and observe contact pattern. Bearing shells found in defective condition must be
replaced.
Two kinds of rod bearing are available; standard size bearing and 0.25 mm undersize bearing. To distinguish them, 0.25 mm undersize bearing has
the stamped number (US025) on its backside as indicated in figure, but standard size one has no number.
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Rod bearing clearance:
1. Before checking bearing clearance, clean bearing and crank pinch
2. Install bearing in connecting rod and bearing cap.
3. Place a piece of gaging plastic the full width of crankpin as contacted by bearing (parallel to crankshaft), avoiding oil hole.
4. Install rod bearing cap to connecting rod.
When installing cap, be sure to point arrow mark on cap to crankshaft pulley side, as shown in figure. After applying engine oil to rod bolts,
tighten cap nuts to specified torque. DO NOT turn crankshaft with gaging plastic installed.
Tightening Torque (a): 35 Nm (25.5 ft. lbs.)
