Title: Assemble the pistons and connecting rods.
Course: Diesel Equipment Technology II (20107-II) > Section: Diesel Engines: Servicing the Engine Block

Assembly should include

- following manufacturer guidelines
- using the ring compressor for piston installation
- installing rod bearings
- checking for proper clearances with the micrometer, Plastigauge, and feeler gauge.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is the connecting rod torque sequence a multistep process?
- What can be done if the bearing clearance is too large or too small?