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Connecting Rod, Engine > < Variable Valve Timing Cover / Housing|Locations|Page 1891
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Connecting Rod Bearing: Specifications

Bearing shell

Axial play

New ....................................................................................................................................................................................................  0.05 to 0.31 mm
Wear limit ......................................................................................................................................................................................................  0.40 mm

Measure radial clearance with Plastigage:

New ....................................................................................................................................................................................................  0.02 to 0.07 mm
Wear limit ......................................................................................................................................................................................................  0.10 mm

Do not turn crankshaft when checking radial clearance.

Connecting Rod, Engine > < Variable Valve Timing Cover / Housing|Locations|Page 1891