Rod Bearing Selection

Inspect each connecting rod for cracks and heat damage.
Connecting Rod Big End Bore Code Locations
Each connecting rod falls into one of four tolerance ranges (from 0 to 0.024 mm (0.0009 in), in 0.006 mm (0.0002 in) increments) depending on the size of its big end bore. It's then stamped with a number or bar (1, 2, 3, or 4) indicating the range. You may find any combination of 1, 2, 3, or 4 in any engine.
If the codes are indecipherable because of an accumulation of dirt and dust, do not scrub them with a wire brush or scraper. Clean them only with solvent or detergent.

Normal Bore Size: 43.0 mm (1.69 in)

Fig 1: Identifying Connecting Rod Big End Bore Code Locations
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Connecting Rod Journal Code Location
The connecting rod journal codes are stamped on the crankshaft.

Fig 2: Identifying Connecting Rod Journal Code Location
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Use the big end bore codes and the rod journal codes to select appropriate replacement bearings from the following table.
NOTE: Color code is on the edge of the bearing.

Fig 3: Bore Codes Chart
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