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.
2000 Jeep TJ (CANADA) L6-4.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Connecting Rod Specifications
| Total Weight | Less Bearing | 23.39 to 23.67 |
| Length | Center-to-Center | 6.123 to 6.127 |
| Piston Pin Bore | Diameter | 0.9288 to 0.9298 |
| Bore | Less Bearings | 2.2080 to 2.2085 |
| Bearing Clearance | 0.001 to 0.003 | |
| Preferred | 0.0015 to 0.0020 | |
| Side Clearance | 0.010 to 0.019 | |
| Twist (Max.) | per inch | 0.002 |
| Bend (Max.) | per inch | 0.006 |
| Connecting Rod | Nuts | 33 |
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.