How to measure Rod Bearing Clearance with Plastigage on 2005 Jeep Liberty?

Before measuring the bearing clearance, be sure to remove any oil from the surface, so that Plastigage does not dissolve. Then, add a piece of Plastigage to the inside wall of the bearing shell in the cap, approximately 6.35 mm (1/4 inch) off center from the oil holes and over any other suspected spots. Screw in the bearing cap bolts properly, then unscrew them and measure the width of the flattened Plastigage on the provided metric scale. A band on the scale that has the same width represents how much clearance there is, shown in thousandths of a millimeter. Record the difference in readings between the top and bottom of the tool, as it demonstrates how much taper there is and also note down all the readings you take. Make sure the clearance indicating in Plastigage matches the spec in the engine specs for that type of gauge. In the end, install the right crankshaft bearings so that you meet the required bearing clearances.

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2005 Jeep Liberty Bearings Part Number: 5174612AA
$14.57 MSRP: $24.10
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard See Note; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 5093448AB, 5012588AA
- Item Weight: 0.50 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 3.7 x 2.6 x 1.9 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5174612AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2005 Jeep Liberty Submodels:
- Sport | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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2005 Jeep Liberty Bearings Part Number: 68052222AB
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set; Connecting Rod Bearing Set; Rod Bearing; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard See Note
- Replaces: 5019447AA, 68052222AA
- Item Weight: 0.50 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 3.9 x 2.6 x 2.0 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Require Quantity: 6
- SKU: 68052222AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2005 Jeep Liberty Submodels:
- 65th Anniversary Edition, Jet, Limited, Renegade, Rocky Mountain Edition, Sport | 3.7L V6, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
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2005 Jeep Liberty Bearings Part Number: 68146570AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing
- Replaces: 4720877, 68020532AA
- Item Weight: 1.10 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 2.8 x 1.4 x 1.1 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 68146570AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2005 Jeep Liberty Submodels:
- Limited, Sport | 2.8L L4, 4 Cyl 2.8 L DIESEL

2005 Jeep Liberty Rod Bearing Parts and Q&A

Q: How to measure Rod Bearing Clearance with Plastigage on 2005 Jeep Liberty?
A: Before measuring the bearing clearance, be sure to remove any oil from the surface, so that Plastigage does not dissolve. Then, add a piece of Plastigage to the inside wall of the bearing shell in the cap, approximately 6.35 mm (1/4 inch) off center from the oil holes and over any other suspected spots. Screw in the bearing cap bolts properly, then unscrew them and measure the width of the flattened Plastigage on the provided metric scale. A band on the scale that has the same width represents how much clearance there is, shown in thousandths of a millimeter. Record the difference in readings between the top and bottom of the tool, as it demonstrates how much taper there is and also note down all the readings you take. Make sure the clearance indicating in Plastigage matches the spec in the engine specs for that type of gauge. In the end, install the right crankshaft bearings so that you meet the required bearing clearances.