Connecting Rod - Piston Pin Side Clearance

Measure the clearance between the connecting rod and the piston. Verify the measurement is within specification.
- Refer to GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS for 3.8L engines or GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS for 4.6L engines.
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to PISTON for 3.8L engines or PISTON for 4.6L engines.
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Clearance Between Connecting Rod And Piston
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.