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.
2008 Ford Taurus AWD V6-3.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Connecting Rod, Engine
Connecting rod-to-pin clearance - standard 0.007-0.021 mm (0.0002-0.0008 in)
Connecting rod pin bore diameter 23.007-23.019 mm (0.905-0.906 in)
Connecting rod length (center-to-center) 152.68 mm (6.01 in)
Connecting rod maximum allowed bend 0.038 mm (0.0014 in)
Connecting rod maximum allowed twist 0.050 mm (0.0019 in)
Connecting rod bearing bore diameter - grade 1 59.866-59.872 mm (2.3569-2.3571 in)
Connecting rod bearing bore diameter - grade 2 59.873-59.879 mm (2.3572-2.3574 in)
Connecting rod bearing bore diameter - grade 3 59.880-59.886 mm (2.3574-2.3577 in)
Connecting rod side - standard (assembled to clearance crank) 0.175-0.425 mm (0.0068-0.0167 in)
Connecting rod pin bore diameter 23.007-23.019 mm (0.905-0.906 in)
Connecting rod length (center-to-center) 152.68 mm (6.01 in)
Connecting rod maximum allowed bend 0.038 mm (0.0014 in)
Connecting rod maximum allowed twist 0.050 mm (0.0019 in)
Connecting rod bearing bore diameter - grade 1 59.866-59.872 mm (2.3569-2.3571 in)
Connecting rod bearing bore diameter - grade 2 59.873-59.879 mm (2.3572-2.3574 in)
Connecting rod bearing bore diameter - grade 3 59.880-59.886 mm (2.3574-2.3577 in)
Connecting rod side - standard (assembled to clearance crank) 0.175-0.425 mm (0.0068-0.0167 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.
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