ENGINE
6LPA Service Manual
5-43
Cylinder Block
12/05
© 2007 Yanmar Marine International
Note: Before removing the connecting rod
caps, check the match marks
(Figure 5-81, (1)) on the connecting rod
and cap to confirm that they match for
reassembly.
4. To check connecting rod oil clearance, remove
the two connecting rod cap bolts
(Figure 5-81, (2)).
Figure 5-81
Figure 5-81
5. Move the connecting rod cap transversely
(Figure 5-82, (1)) using two removed
connecting rod cap bolts, to remove the
connecting rod cap.
Figure 5-82
Figure 5-82
6. Insert the lower bearing to the connecting rod
cap (Figure 5-83).
Figure 5-83
Figure 5-83
7. Check the crank pin and bearing for corrosion
and scratches. If damage is present replace the
bearing and grind or replace the crankshaft as
necessary.
8. Attach a strip of the plastigage
(Figure 5-84, (1)) to the crank pin.
Figure 5-84
Figure 5-84
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