Connecting Rod, Engine

1999 Jeep Cherokee 2WD L4-2.5L VIN PSECTION Connecting Rod, Engine
Total Weight (Less Bearing) 23.17 to 23.45 Ounce (US) (oz (US))
Length (Center-To-Center) 6.123 to 6.127 Inch (in)
Piston Pin Bore Diameter 0.9288 to 0.9298 Inch (in)
Bore (Less Bearings) 2.2080 to 2.2085 Inch (in)
Bearing Clearance 0.001 to 0.003 Inch (in)
Bearing Clearnace (Preferred) 0.0015 to 0.0020 Inch (in)
Side Clearance 0.010 to 0.019 Inch (in)
Twist (Max.) per inch 0.001 Inch (in)
Bend (Max.) per inch 0.001 Inch (in)
Connecting Rod Cap Nuts 33 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
RENDER: 1.0x

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