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.
2002 Jeep TJ (CANADA) L4-2.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Connecting Rod Specifications
| Total Weight | Less Bearing | Minimum | 23.39 |
| Maximum | 23.67 | ||
| Length | Center to Center | Minimum | 6.123 |
| Maximum | 6.127 | ||
| Piston Pin Bore | Diameter | Minimum | 0.9288 |
| Maximum | 0.9298 | ||
| Bore | Less Bearing | Minimum | 2.2080 |
| Maximum | 2.2085 | ||
| Side Clearance | Minimum | 0.010 | |
| Maximum | 0.019 | ||
| Twist | per Inch | Maximum | 0.002 |
| Bend | per Inch | Maximum | 0.006 |
| Rod Cap 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.
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