0.10 mm {0.0039 in}
Main bearing size
STD: 2.506-2.509 mm {0.0987-0.0988 in}
OS0.25: 2.628-2.634 mm {0.1034-0.1037 in}
Fig. 54: Measuring Main Journal Oil Clearance
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
CONNECTING ROD INSPECTION
1. Install the connecting rod cap. (See
CONNECTING ROD CAP ASSEMBLY NOTE
).
2. Measure the connecting rod large end side clearance.
If it exceeds the specification, replace the piston, piston pin, piston ring and connecting rod as a
CAUTION:
The piston and connecting rod cannot be disassembled.
When replacing the piston, piston pin, piston ring and connecting
rod, replace them together as a single unit.
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
2006-08 ENGINE Mechanical - Overhaul - 2.0L (LF) & 2.3L (L3) - Mazda6 & MX-5 Miata
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