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    Trainings

    General Information
    The connecting rod bearings are a tri-metal design with a steel
    backing.

    Improper maintenance of the lubrication system is the primary


    cause of reduced bearing life.
    An oil analysis will aid in determining the extent of internal
    engine damage. For more information, reference Cummins®
    Engine Oil and Oil Analysis Recommendations, Bulletin
    3810340 (/qs3/pubsys2/xml/en/bulletin/3810340.html).

    Normally, worn bearings can be detected by reduced oil


    pressure, but if this wear goes undetected, the excessive
    clearance will increase the impact between the bearing and
    crankshaft, causing a distinct knocking sound.
    A connecting rod noise occurs when the engine is not loaded.
    Verify by rst applying a load and then unloading and listening
    for the noise.

    The connecting rod bearing shells are identi ed by steel-


    stamped characters on the back of the bearings. The
    characters indicate either standard (STD) or the amount
    oversize (OS).

    Preparatory Steps
     WARNING 
    To reduce the possibility of personal injury, avoid direct
    contact of hot oil with your skin.

     WARNING 
    Batteries can emit explosive gases. To reduce the possibility
    of personal injury, always ventilate the compartment before
    servicing the batteries. To reduce the possibility of arcing,
    remove the negative (-) battery cable rst and attach the
    negative (-) battery cable last.

     WARNING 
    Some state and federal agencies have determined that used
    engine oil can be carcinogenic and cause reproductive
    toxicity. Avoid inhalation of vapors, ingestion, and prolonged
    contact with used engine oil.
    Close the fuel supply valve. See equipment manufacturer
    service information.
    Disconnect the batteries. See equipment manufacturer
    service information.
    Drain the lubricating oil. Refer to Procedure 007-037 in
    Section 7. (/qs3/pubsys2/xml/en/procedures/183/183-
    007-037.html)
    Remove the lubricating oil pan and gasket. Refer to
    Procedure 007-025 in Section 7.
    (/qs3/pubsys2/xml/en/procedures/183/183-007-
    025.html)
    Remove the lubricating oil suction tube. Refer to
    Procedure 007-035 in Section 7.
    (/qs3/pubsys2/xml/en/procedures/183/183-007-
    035.html)

    Remove
    Rotate the crankshaft, using the engine barring gear, Part
    Number 3377371, to position two of the connecting rods at
    bottom dead center.

    Loosen the connecting rod capscrew nuts.


    Note : Do not remove the capscrew nuts.
    Hit the connecting rod capscrew nuts with a plastic hammer to
    loosen the rod caps.

     CAUTION 
    The connecting rod bearings must be installed in the same
    location from which they were removed if they are reused.
    Failure to install the connecting rod bearings in the same
    location will cause engine damage.

    Remove the connecting rod capscrew nuts and rod cap.

    Remove the bearing shell from the rod cap, and mark it as the
    lower bearing shell from the connecting rod number from
    where it was removed.

    Push the connecting rod up far enough to allow the upper


    bearing shell to be removed.

    Remove the bearing shell, and mark it as the upper bearing


    shell and the connecting rod number from where it was
    removed.

    Clean and Inspect for Reuse


     WARNING 
    When using solvents, acids, or alkaline materials for cleaning,
    follow the manufacturer's recommendations for use. Wear
    goggles and protective clothing to reduce the possibility of
    personal injury.

     WARNING 
    Some solvents are ammable and toxic. Read the
    manufacturer's instructions before using.

     WARNING 
    Wear appropriate eye and face protection when using
    compressed air. Flying debris and dirt can cause personal
    injury.

    Use solvent and a soft bristle brush or a steam cleaner to clean


    the cap, capscrews, and bearings.
    Dry the connecting rod cap, bearings, and capscrews with
    compressed air.

    Inspect the bearings for damage.

    Replace any bearings with the following damage:

    Pitting
    Flaking
    Corrosion
    Lock tang damage
    Scratches
    Exposed bronze lining material.
    Note : Some engines may be built with a red polymer
    coating on the upper rod bearing which gives the
    bearing a red texture nish.
    Note : Some engines may be built with a dark grey
    overlay on the upper rod bearing which could appear
    green due to oxidation. Oxidation is not detrimental to
    bearing performance.

    Inspect the bearings for damage. Refer to the Parts Reuse


    Guidelines, Bulletin 3810303, for information on bearing
    inspection.

    Replace any bearings with lock tang damage or scratches deep


    enough to be felt with a ngernail.

    Replace any bearings that show pitting, aking, or corrosion


    into the lining.
    Note : If bearings are damaged, they must be replaced
    as a set.

    Note : Normal bearing wear produces a smooth nish


    that will wear into the lining. An exposed lining does
    not always indicate worn bearings. If large areas of the
    lining are visible in the bearings before the engine has
    accumulated 240,000 km [150,000 mi] or 3750 hours,
    inspect the engine for contamination from ne dirt
    particles, and correct the problem.
    Inspect the crankshaft rod journals. Refer to Procedure 001-
    006 in Section 1. (/qs3/pubsys2/xml/en/procedures/183/183-
    001-006.html)

    Use a micrometer to measure the connecting rod journal.

    Connecting Rod Journal Dimensions (Minimum)


    mm in
    75.987 Standard 2.9916
    Machined 0.25
    75.737 2.9818
    mm
    Machined 0.50
    75.487 2.9719
    mm
    Machined 0.75
    75.237 2.9621
    mm
    Machined 1.00
    74.987 2.9522
    mm

    Note : For more detailed information on bearing


    damage, refer to Analysis and Prevention of Bearing
    Failures, Bulletin 3810387.

    Inspect the bearing shell back for cuts or burrs.


    If cuts or burrs can not be removed with Scotch-Brite™ 7448, or
    equivalent, the bearings must be replaced.
    Note : For more detailed information on bearing
    damage, refer to Analysis and Prevention of Bearing
    Failures, Bulletin 3810387.

    Measure the rod bearing shell thickness with an outside


    micrometer that has a ball tip.

    Standard Connecting Rod Bearing Thickness (Used)


    mm in
    2.43 MIN 0.096
    2.47 MAX 0.097
    The bearing must be replaced if it is below the minimum
    speci cation.

    Note : Connecting rod bearings are identi ed with a


    part number and size stamped on the back.
    Determine the size of the removed rod bearing and obtain a set
    of new connecting rod bearings the same size.
    Note : Oversize service rod bearings are available for
    use with crankshafts that have been machined
    undersize. See the appropriate parts catalog.

    Crankshafts that are machined undersize in the connecting rod


    or main bearing journals are marked on the front
    counterweight. If the crankshaft is marked, check the bearing
    shell part number to make sure the correct bearing size is
    used.

    Bearing shells are identi ed by steel-stamped characters on


    the back of the bearings to indicate either standard (STD) or
    amount oversize (OS).

    Install
     CAUTION 
    The connecting rod bearings must be installed in the same
    location from which they were removed if they are reused.
    Failure to install the connecting rod bearings in the same
    location will cause engine damage.

    Use clean Lubriplate® 105, or equivalent, to lubricate the


    crankshaft journal mating surface of the upper bearing shell.
    Install the upper bearing shell in the connecting rod with the
    tang of the bearing in the slot of the rod.
    Pull the connecting rod against the crankshaft to hold the
    bearing in place.
    Install the bearing shell in the connecting rod cap with the tang
    (2) of the bearing in the slot (1) of the cap.

    Use clean Lubriplate® 105, or equivalent, to lubricate the


    bearing shell to the crankshaft journal mating surface.

    Use clean 15W-40 oil to lubricate the threads of the connecting


    rod capscrews.

    Note : Unique serial numbers (not cylinder numbers)


    are stamped on the connecting rod and matching
    connecting rod cap.
    When the connecting rods and connecting rod caps are
    installed in the engine, the numbers on the connecting rods
    and connecting rod caps must match and be installed on the
    same side of the engine.

     CAUTION 
    The connecting rod cap number must match the number on
    the connecting rod and must be installed with the numbers
    aligned to prevent damage to the connecting rods and the
    crankshaft. The locking tang of the connecting rod cap must
    be toward the camshaft side of the cylinder block.

    Lubricate under the connecting rod capscrew nuts with clean


    engine oil.

    Install the connecting rod caps and rod capscrew nuts.

    Tighten the connecting rod capscrew nuts in alternating


    sequence.
    Torque Value:
    1. 30 n•m [ 22 ft-lb ]
    2. 70 n•m [ 52 ft-lb ]
    3. Rotate 60 degrees.

    Measure the side clearance between the connecting rod and


    crankshaft.

    Connecting Rod Side Clearance


    mm Connecting Rod Side Clearance in

    mm in
    0.10 MIN 0.004
    0.33 MAX 0.013

    Note : The crankshaft must rotate freely.


    Check for freedom of rotation as the caps are installed. If the
    crankshaft does not rotate freely, check the installation of the
    rod bearings and the bearing size.

    Finishing Steps
     WARNING 
    Batteries can emit explosive gases. To reduce the possibility
    of personal injury, always ventilate the compartment before
    servicing the batteries. To reduce the possibility of arcing,
    remove the negative (-) battery cable rst and attach the
    negative (-) battery cable last.

    Install the oil suction tube. Refer to Procedure 007-035 in


    Section 7. (/qs3/pubsys2/xml/en/procedures/183/183-
    007-035.html)
    Install the lubricating oil pan. Refer to Procedure 007-025
    in Section 7. (/qs3/pubsys2/xml/en/procedures/183/183-
    007-025-tr.html)
    Fill the oil pan with clean engine oil. Refer to Procedure
    007-037 in Section 7.
    (/qs3/pubsys2/xml/en/procedures/183/183-007-
    037.html)
    Connect the batteries. See equipment manufacturer
    service information.
    Open the fuel supply valve. See equipment manufacturer
    service information.
    Operate the engine until the coolant temperature reaches
    82°C [180°F], and check for leaks and proper operation.

    Last Modi ed: 20-Oct-2020

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