T100 Extra Cab Pickup 4WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1997)
2nd pass: Turn additional 90°
CAUTION: Do not turn the crankshaft.
(i)
Remove the 2 nuts and connecting rod cap.
(See procedure (b) and (c) above).
(j)
Measure the Plastigage at its widest point.
Standard oil clearance:
STD: 0.024 - 0.053 mm (0.0009 - 0.0021 inch)
U/S 0.25: 0.023 - 0.069 mm (0.0009 - 0.0027 inch)
Maximum oil clearance: 0.08 mm (0.0031 inch)
If the oil clearance is greater than the maximum, replace the bearings. If necessary, grind or replace the crankshaft.
NOTE: If using a standard bearing, replace with one having the same number marked on the connecting rod cap. There are 3 sizes of
standard bearings, marked "1", "2" and "3" accordingly.
Reference:
Standard bearing center wall thickness:
Mark "1": 1.484 - 1.488 mm (0.0584 - 0.0586 inch)
Mark "2": 1.488 - 1.492 mm (0.0586 - 0.0587 inch)
Mark "3": 1.492 - 1.496 mm (0.0587 - 0.0589 inch)
(k) Completely remove the Plastigage.