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3.29 FLYWHEEL AND CONNECTING RODS REMOVAL OVERVIEW 1. Perform all steps under 2. Perform all steps under INSPECTION NOTE Do not attempt to straighten connecting rods. Straightening 1. Replace the flywheel/connecting rod assembly if any of a. Connecting rods are bent or twisted. b. Connecting rods do not fall under their own weight or c. Sprocket teeth are worn in an irregular pattern or d. The crankshaft (roller) bearing inner races are NOTE Bluing on connecting rods is part of the hardening process and 2. Check connecting rod bearing clearance. Orient the . a. Holding the shank of each rod just above the bearing b. Any discernible up and down movement indicates 3. . Check connecting rod side play. a. Insert a feeler gauge between the thrust washer and b. Replace the assembly if rod side play exceeds 0.020 NOTE If the flywheel, connecting rods or right side bearing inner race sm02310 Figure 3-139. Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance sm02311 Figure 3-140. Connecting Rod Side Play INSTALLATION OVERVIEW 1. Perform all steps under 2. Perform all steps under 3-100 2009 Dyna Service: Engine |