Connecting Rod Bearing: Service and Repair

Fig. 30 Main Bearing Selection Table. 1.6L Engine:

Fig. 31 Main Bearing Selection Table. 1.8L Engine:

Rod bearings come in three standard sizes and two oversize, 0.0098 inch and 0.0196 inch. If after replacing rod bearing, thrust clearance is still excessive, replace crankshaft. Connecting rod bearing cap nuts should be torqued in three steps to 36 ft. lbs. on 1.6L engine and 18 ft. lbs. plus 100° on 1.8L engine.
When replacing a main bearing, always replace it with one that has the same number. If you can not read number, refer to Figs. 30 & 31, for sizes of main bearings. When servicing the crankshaft, inspect all journals for wear or damage. Install upper half of bearings into cylinder block, and the lower half into main bearing caps. If oil clearance can not be brought within specifications using a standard bearing, regrind crankshaft for next oversize bearing.