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(4) Tighten the nuts to 54 Nzm PLUS 1/4 turn (40 ft. lbs. PLUS 1/4 turn). Do not use a torque wrench for last step.

(5) Using a feeler gauge, check connecting rod side clearance (Fig. 26). Refer to connecting rod specifications (Fig. 26).

Fig. 23 Checking Connecting Rod Bearing

Clearance

CONNECTING RODS
(1) Follow procedure specified in the Standard Ser-
vice Procedures Sections for Measuring Main Bearing
Clearance and Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance
(Fig. 23). Refer to specifications. (Fig. 26).	Fig. 25 Checking Connecting Rod Side Clearance

CAUTION: Do not rotate crankshaft or the Plastic-

Gage may be smeared.

The rod bearing bolts should be examined before reuse. If the threads are necked down the bolts should be replaced (Fig. 24).

Necking can be checked by holding a scale or straight edge against the threads. If all the threads do not contact the scale the bolt should be replaced.

Fig. 24 Checking Bolts for Stretching (Necked)

(2)Before installing the nuts the threads should be oiled with engine oil.

(3)Install nuts on each bolt finger tight then alternately torque each nut to assemble the cap properly.

Fig. 26 Connecting Rod Specifications

ENGINE CORE PLUGS

REMOVAL

Using a blunt tool such as a drift or a screwdriver and a hammer, strike the bottom edge of the cup plug (Fig. 27). With the cup plug rotated, grasp firmly with pliers or other suitable tool and remove plug. (Fig. 27).

CAUTION: Do not drive cup plug into the casting as restricted cooling can result and cause serious engine problems.

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INSTALLATION

Thoroughly clean inside of cup plug hole in cylinder block or head. Be sure to remove old sealer. Lightly coat inside of cup plug hole with sealer. Make certain the new plug is cleaned of all oil or grease. Using proper drive plug, drive plug into hole so that the sharp edge of the plug is at least 0.5mm (.020 inch) inside the lead-in chamfer (Fig. 27).

It is not necessary to wait for curing of the sealant. The cooling system can be refilled and the vehicle placed in service immediately.

Fig. 27 Core Hole Plug Removal