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Connecting Rod Bearing

  1. Check the connecting rod big-end bore size code.
    NOTE: Record the connecting rod big-end bore size code letters on connecting rod cap as shown.
    Fig 1: Identifying Connecting Rod Big-End Size Code
    G00325617Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 2: Connecting Rod Big-End Diameter
    G00325618Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Check the crankshaft pin journal size code.
    NOTE: Record the pin journal size code letters on the crankshaft balance weight.
    Reading order is from left to right as shown, with No. 1 pin journal size code shown first.
    Fig 3: Identifying Crankshaft Pin Journal Size Code
    G00325619Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 4: Crankshaft Pin Journal Diameter
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  3. Choose proper connecting rod bearing in below table.
    Fig 5: Connecting Rod Bearing Selection Table
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    Connecting rod bearing oil clearance :

    0.026-0.044 mm (0.0010-0.0017 in)

    Fig 6: Connecting Rod Bearing Thickness (Reference Data)
    G00325622Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.