Mitsubishi 3000GT 1991, Service Manual

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ENGINE
Piston and Connecting Rod
BEARING
Measure the inner diameter of the connecting rod bearing and
the outer diameter of the crankshaft pin. If the oil clearance
exceeds the limit, replace the bearing, and crankshaft if
necessary.
Standard value: 0.016 0.046 mm in.)
Limit: 0.1 mm in.)
NOTE
For the method by which the oil clearance is measured using a
plastigauge, refer to the item on the crankshaft.
SERVICE POINTS OF INSTALLATION
9. INSTALLATION OF PISTON PIN
Insert the special tool, into the piston pin and
install the guide A.
(2) Apply engine oil to the outside of the piston pin.
Assemble the piston and connecting rod lining up the
front marks.
Insert the guide A end of the piston pin assembled in
step into the piston through the pin hole on the front
mark.
(5) With the piston top facing the front mark side of the
special tool, Piston Pin Setting Base and the piston front
mark facing up, set the piston.
(6) Using a press, install the piston pin.
If the installation load is smaller than the standard value
range, replace the piston pin (piston assembly) and/or
the connecting rod.
Standard value: 7,500 17,500 N (1,686 3,934 Ibs.)
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