SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 30
496 CID (8.1L)
13.
With the crankshaft wedged forward,check clearance between the thrust bearing and
the crankshaft thrust surface with a feeler gauge. Proper clearance is .005-.011 in.
(.127-.279
mm).
c
a
b
76754
a - Crankshaft Thrust Surface
b - Thrust Bearing
c - Feeler Gauge
Connecting Rod Bearings
Connecting rod bearings are of the precision insert type and do not use shims for adjust-
ment. DO NOT FILE RODS OR ROD CAPS. If clearances are found to be excessive, a new
bearing will be required. Service bearings are available in standard size ,.001 in. and .002
in. undersize for use with new and used standard size crankshafts, and in .010 in. and .020
in. undersize for use with reconditioned crankshafts.
Inspection and Replacement
IMPORTANT: Before you remove the connecting rod cap, mark the side of the rod and
cap with the cylinder number and remove one connecting rod cap and bearing.
1.
2.
Remove oil pan, oil pump and both oil baffles.
Mark the side of the rod and cap with the cylinder number and remove one connecting
rod cap and bearing.
90-863161 SEPTEMBER 2000
INDEX
Page 3A-63
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