OEM 2008 Jeep Patriot Rod Bearing

2008 Jeep Patriot Rod Bearing Parts and Q&A

• Q: What is the Role of Rod Bearing in Measuring Crankshaft Bearing Clearances with Plastigage on 2008 Jeep Patriot?

  A: You can find engine crankshaft bearing clearances using Plastigage or any alternative. Clear the oil from the surface first, since Plastigage will be dissolved by oil. Lay a piece of Plastigage all the way along the journal and also check the problematic areas. Fasten the bearing caps to the wheel ends with the appropriate size screws. After that, take off the bearing cap and, with the supplied scale, check the width of the flattened Plastigage, finding the band that fits. Observe any differences in readings taken at the ends, because this shows you how much taper there is and helps you assess the shape. Look at how much clearance your build has in comparison to what's listed in engine specifications. Each piece of Plastigage has a scale marked in inches and another in metric. You can choose between several clearance ranges, so pick the one that matches the requirements you're assessing. After all other work, fit the appropriate crankshaft bearings to obtain the required bearing clearance.