Rod-Piston & Connecting: Inspection

Check the connecting rod journal for excessive wear, taper and scoring (Refer to ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/PISTON & CONNECTING ROD - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .

Check the connecting rod for signs of twist or bending.

Check the piston for taper and elliptical shape before it is fitted into the cylinder bore (Refer to ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/PISTON & CONNECTING ROD - STANDARD PROCEDURE)  .

Check the piston for scoring, or scraping marks in the piston skirts. Check the ring lands for cracks and/or deterioration.