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Casing unit: connecting rods
Tighten all plugs to the specified torque (Sect. C 3,
Big end bearings-crank pin clearance
To check clearance between big end bearings and crank pin, use a GREEN
“
Plastigage PG-1
”
bar (A) on the crank pin.
Fit the connecting rod with the original bearings (
7
) following the procedure at next page. Tighten the bolts (
8
) to
49
Nm
.
Remove the connecting rod and check thickness of the bar looking at the reference line (B).
Replace the bearings or the crankshaft if the thickness measured (the clearance) is not within the specified limits (see
Section C 1.1,
, for con-rod bearings to crankpin clearance).
Reassembling the connecting rods
Before reassembly, check that main bearings and crank pins are free from burrs and fretting: use fine emery cloth
and oil, if necessary.
Check that splines are in perfect condition and without signs of shrinkage.
Make sure each connecting rod has its locating pins in place between cap and shaft.
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