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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2002EXPRESS 1 TON VAN V8-8.1L VIN GREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLYCONNECTING ROD, ENGINE
2002 Chevrolet Express 1 Ton Van V8-8.1L VIN G
Connecting Rod, Engine
2002 Chevrolet Express 1 Ton Van V8-8.1L VIN GSECTION Connecting Rod, Engine
Connecting Rod Nut 30 Nm +90 Degrees (22 ft. lbs. +90 Degrees)
Rod Bearing Clearance Production 0.021-0.064 mm (0.0008-0.0025 inch)
Rod Bearing Clearance Service Limit 0.021-0.081 mm (0.0008-0.0032 inch)
Connecting Rod Side Clearance 0.384-0.686 mm (0.0151-0.0270 inch)
Rod Bearing Clearance Production 0.021-0.064 mm (0.0008-0.0025 inch)
Rod Bearing Clearance Service Limit 0.021-0.081 mm (0.0008-0.0032 inch)
Connecting Rod Side Clearance 0.384-0.686 mm (0.0151-0.0270 inch)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.