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6. Install the gauging plastic (1) onto the connecting
rod bearing journal. Install the gauging plastic the
full width of the journal.
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7. Install the connecting rod cap and bearing.
Tighten
Tighten the nuts evenly to 61 N•m (45 lb•ft).
LP Engine G430 (3.0L)
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8. Remove the connecting rod nuts.
9. Remove the connecting rod cap and bearing.
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10. Measure the gauging plastic at its widest area
using the scale supplied with the plastic gauging
kit.
11. Compare the measurements to Engine Mechanical
Specifications.
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