Connecting Rod - Inspect
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3046 Engine for Caterpillar Built Machines
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1.1. Inspect the Connecting Rod
2.1. Measure Clearances and End Play
Inspect the Connecting Rod
- Inspect the connecting rod for wear or cracking.
- Inspect the piston pin bearing and the piston pin for wear and other damage. Check the piston pin bearing for a clogged oil hole.
Note: Be sure that the oil holes of the piston pin bearing and the small end of the connecting rod are lined up.
- Inspect the connecting rod bolts for stripped threads.
Measure Clearances and End Play
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Required Tools     | ||
Part Number     | Part Name     | Qty     |
5P-2170     | Dial Bore Gauge Group     | 1     |
8H-8581     | Feeler Gauge     | 1     |
- Measure the clearance of the piston pin in the piston pin bearing. Refer to Specifications, "Connecting Rod" for clearance dimensions.
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Illustration 1 | g00994326 |
- Install the connecting rod to the connecting rod journal. Tighten the bolts to the correct torque.
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Illustration 2 | g00994330 |
- Measure the end play. Refer to Specifications, "Connecting Rod" for end play values.
- If the end play exceeds the service limit, replace the connecting rod.
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