
Subsection 10 (BOTTOM END)
Measure axial play on PTO end of crankshaft using
a dial indicator.
CRANKSHAFT AXIAL PLAY
NEW
0.200 mm to 0.500 mm
(.008 in to .02 in)
SERVICE LIMIT
0.600 mm (.024 in)
If axial play is out of specification, replace
crankcase and/or crankshaft.
Connecting Rod Big End Axial Play
Using a feeler gauge, measure between face of
connecting rods and crankshaft counterweight.
If the measurement exceeds specified tolerance,
replace the crankshaft.
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1. Crankshaft
2. Connecting rods
3. Feeler gauge
CONNECTING ROD BIG END AXIAL PLAY
570
AND
850
ENGINES
NEW
0.200 mm to 0.500 mm
(.008 in to .02 in)
1000R
ENGINE
NEW
0.250 mm to 0.550 mm
(.0098 in to .0217 in)
All
SERVICE LIMIT
0.600 mm (.024 in)
Connecting Rod/Piston Pin Clearance
Refer to
TOP END
subsection.
Connecting Rod Big End Radial Play
NOTE:
Prior to removing connecting rod from the
crankshaft, mark big end halves together to en-
sure a correct reinstallation (cracked surface fits
in only one position).
1. Remove connecting rods from crankshaft.
NOTICE
Connecting
rod
screws
are
not
reusable. Always discard screws and replace
with NEW ones. It is recommended to install
new plain bearings when reinstalling connect-
ing rods.
vmr2007-037-003_a
1. Connecting rod screws
2. Measure crankpin. Compare to inside diameter
of connecting rod big end.
vmr2006-044-038_a
1. Micrometer
2. Crankpin
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