Subaru EA190V, Service Manual

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(3)Check connecting rod
If connecting rod bending, twisting or big end shaft bush and small end outer ring movement or
crack on one side, should be rejected and replaced with new one.
a) Check small end diameter
If out of the standard or exceed service limit, replace the connecting rod.
b) Check big end diameter
If out of the standard or exceed service limit, replace the connecting rod.
c) Connecting rod big end oil clearance
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Wipe oil off the crank pin and connecting rod bearing mating surface.
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Set the plastic gauge on the crank pin, connecting rod and bolt to specified torque.
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Torque 13±1N.m
NOTICE: Place the plastic gauge axially.
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Remove connecting rod and measure with plastic gauge.
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If the clearance exceeds the service limit, replace the connecting rod and recheck the clearance.
(4) Camshaft check
The camshaft is main driving part of the train valve mechanism, which controls the intake and exhaust
valves opening and closing.
Feature: The shaft is equipped with cam and journal which can control intake and exhaust. When
operating, camshaft operating face and lifter will be badly rubbed from periodically impacting and
easily be damaged.
So, the camshaft shall be wearable and lubrication well.
Standard Service limit
16.005-16.021mm 16.090mm
Standard Service limit
30.000-30.018mm 30.066mm
Standard Service limit
0.019-0.049mm 0.120mm
Plastic feeler with scale
Plastic feeler
Bolt