Connecting Rod, Engine

2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4WD V6-3.6LSECTION Connecting Rod, Engine





CONNECTING ROD, ENGINE

Tighten the the NEW connecting rod cap bolts 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.) plus 90°






Side Clearance 0.070 - 0.370 mm (0.0028 - 0.0146 in.)
Side Clearance (Max.) 0.370 mm (0.0146 in.)

Bearing Bore Out of Round (Max.) 0.008 mm (0.0003 in.)

Piston Pin Bore Diameter 22.016 ± 0.005 mm (0.8668 ± 0.0002 in.)

CONNECTING ROD JOURNALS

Diameter 59.0 ± 0.009 mm (2.3228 ± 0.0035 in.)
Out of Round (Max.) 0.005 mm (0.0002 in.)
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.