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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2009WRANGLER 4WD V6-3.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLYCONNECTING ROD, ENGINE
2009 Jeep Wrangler 4WD V6-3.8L
Connecting Rod, Engine
2009 Jeep Wrangler 4WD V6-3.8LSECTION Connecting Rod, Engine
CONNECTING RODS
Side Clearance 0.135-0.405 mm (0.005-0.016 in.)
Wear Limit 0.45 mm (0.017 in.)
Connecting Rod Journal Diameter 57.985-58.005 mm (2.2829-2.2837 in.)
Install connecting rod bolts and tighten to 7 Nm (5 ft. lbs) initially. Tighten the bolts an additional 21 Nm (15 ft. lbs.) and then turn each bolt 90° to final clamping load.
Side Clearance 0.135-0.405 mm (0.005-0.016 in.)
Wear Limit 0.45 mm (0.017 in.)
Connecting Rod Journal Diameter 57.985-58.005 mm (2.2829-2.2837 in.)
Install connecting rod bolts and tighten to 7 Nm (5 ft. lbs) initially. Tighten the bolts an additional 21 Nm (15 ft. lbs.) and then turn each bolt 90° to final clamping load.
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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.