Connecting Rod Cleaning
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford RV Cutaway, 2005 Ford Econoline, 2005 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2005 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Do not use a caustic cleaning solution or damage to connecting rods can occur.
- Mark and separate the parts and clean with solvent. Clean the oil passages.
NOTE:
The connecting rod large end is a matched set. The connecting rod cap must be installed on the original connecting rod in the original position. Do not reverse the cap. Parts are not interchangeable.