Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2010 Chrysler Sebring Convertible L4-2.4LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Connecting Rod, Engine
CONNECTING ROD
Connecting Rod Cap-Bolts 20 Nm + 90° (15 ft.lbs + 90°)
Side Clearance 0.1-0.25 mm (0.0039-0.00098 in.)
Bore Diameter-Piston Pin 20.974 - 20.985 mm (0.8257 - 0.8261 in.)
Bore Diameter-Crankshaft End 51 - 51.015 mm (2.0078 - 2.0084 in.)
Connecting Rod Cap-Bolts 20 Nm + 90° (15 ft.lbs + 90°)
Side Clearance 0.1-0.25 mm (0.0039-0.00098 in.)
Bore Diameter-Piston Pin 20.974 - 20.985 mm (0.8257 - 0.8261 in.)
Bore Diameter-Crankshaft End 51 - 51.015 mm (2.0078 - 2.0084 in.)
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.