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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2005MAGNUM V6-2.7L VIN RREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLYCONNECTING ROD, ENGINE
2005 Dodge and Ram Magnum V6-2.7L VIN R
Connecting Rod, Engine
2005 Dodge and Ram Magnum V6-2.7L VIN RSECTION Connecting Rod, Engine
CONNECTING RODS
Bearing Clearance 0.024 - 0.064 mm (0.001 - 0.0026 inch)
Side Clearance 0.13 - 0.38 mm (0.0052 - 0.015 inch)
Side Clearance (Maximum) 0.4318 mm (0.017 inch)
Piston Pin Bore Diameter 22.007 - 22.015 mm (0.8665 - 0.8668 inch)
Bearing Bore Out of Round (Maximum) 0.004 mm (0.0002 inch)
Total Weight (Less Bearing) 529.9 ±7 grams (18.6917 ±0.247 ounce)
Connecting Rod Cap - Bolts 27 Nm +1/4 Turn (20 ft. lbs.)
Bearing Clearance 0.024 - 0.064 mm (0.001 - 0.0026 inch)
Side Clearance 0.13 - 0.38 mm (0.0052 - 0.015 inch)
Side Clearance (Maximum) 0.4318 mm (0.017 inch)
Piston Pin Bore Diameter 22.007 - 22.015 mm (0.8665 - 0.8668 inch)
Bearing Bore Out of Round (Maximum) 0.004 mm (0.0002 inch)
Total Weight (Less Bearing) 529.9 ±7 grams (18.6917 ±0.247 ounce)
Connecting Rod Cap - Bolts 27 Nm +1/4 Turn (20 ft. lbs.)
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.