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(5) Using a feeler gauge, check connecting rod side clearance (Fig. 73). Refer to Engine Specifications STANDARD PROCEDURE - FITTING PISTONS NOTE: Pistons and connecting rods are machined The piston and cylinder wall must be clean and dry. Piston diameter should be measured 90 degrees Cylinder bores should be measured halfway down the cylinder bore and transverse to the engine crank- REMOVAL NOTE: Refer to the connecting rod Description BLOCK/PISTON & CONNECTING ROD - DESCRIPTION). (1) Disconnect negative cable from battery. ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - REMOVAL) (3) Remove the oil pan. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU- BRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL) (4) Remove the top ridge of cylinder bores with a reliable ridge reamer, if necessary, before removing Fig. 73 Checking Fig. 74 PISTON MEASUREMENTS 1 - 33.0 mm (1.29 in.) 3.8L ENGINE Fig. 75 Cylinder Bore Size Checking Fig. 76 CONNECTING ROD TO CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION 1 - PAINT MARK OR SCRIBE CS ENGINE 3.8L 9 - 159 PISTON & CONNECTING ROD (Continued) |