How to Maintain and Fix Rod Bearings on Jeep Wrangler?

Before trying to service or repair connect rod bearings, use Plastigage to check their clearance and match it with the correct values listed in the manual. It's necessary to mention that the rod bearing bolts are not meant for reuse. Altogether, get the new bolts set by first rubbing them with engine oil. Bolt each little finger, then take turns to add torque to each bolt for proper assembly of the cap. Turn the bolts to 27 Nm and then give them 1/4 of a turn more, without using a torque wrench. Also, check the space between the connecting rod and the bore with a feeler gauge to meet the factory-recommended clearance values.

How to Inspect and Replace Rod Bearings on Jeep Grand Cherokee?

Before removing the connecting rods, look for scoring on the rod bearings and check for regular signs of wear and replace any bearing with unusual wear on it. Look for scoring, nicks and burrs on the connecting rod journals, because misaligned or bent connecting rods can result in abnormal damage to pistons, piston rings, cylinder walls, connecting rod bearings and crankshaft connecting rod journals. If wear or damages are caused by a misaligned connecting rod, check its alignment and replace any rods that are out of place, bent or twisted. Wipe the oil from the connecting rod journal, add a little lubricant to bearing insert (2) and center it in the connecting rod (1). Take the measurement at A and at B, so that the gap is no wider than 0.50mm (0.0196 inch). Use the piston ring compressor and Guide Pins Special Tool 8507 to fit the rod and piston assemblies so that the oil slinger in the rods points forward and the "F"'s in the pistons are also forward. In the bearing cap, install the lower bearing insert, make sure it is centralized and dry off the insert. Lay a Plastigage (1) band across the entire length of the lower insert at the middle of the bearing cap, making sure it's not crumbly; if it is, get a new piece. Put the bearing cap and connecting rod in place on the journal and tighten the connecting rod bolts to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.), plus 90 degrees twist, as spinning the crank later may cause the Plastigage to smear and give a wrong reading. After removing the bearing cap, measure the squeezed Plastigage (2) to discover the clearance between the bearing and the journal, always checking the Engine Specifications. The width of Plastigage along the insert should be the same everywhere; variations point to either a tapered journal or bent connecting rod or that foreign material is trapped between the insert and the cap or rod. If the clearance is correct, bore removal is not required; remove the Plastigage from the crankshaft journal and bearing insert and move on with installation. Should the bearing-to-journal clearance be greater than it should, choose the recommended bearing set, making sure to never reuse the connecting rod bolts (because they are Torque to Yield Bolts) so that they are always replaced whenever removed. Test the Plastigage measurement again just before you assemble your gears to confirm the correct choice of bearings. When the correct insert is picked, put everything in place and tighten the bolts connecting the connecting rod to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.) plus 90 degrees. Insert a gauge between the connecting rod and crankshaft journal flange, check the Engine Specifications for correct clearance and use a new connecting rod if the gap is not right.

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Jeep Bearings Part Number: 5174612AA
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard See Note; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 5093448AB, 5012588AA
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Liberty | 2002-2005 | Sport | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- Wrangler | 2003-2006 | SE | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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Jeep Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 5184113AF
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod - .003Mm See Note; Bearing Connecting Rod - .003Mm
- Replaces: 5184113AE
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Grand Cherokee | 2011-2015 | Laredo, Limited, Overland, Overland Summit, Summit | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
- Wrangler | 2012-2017 | 75th Anniversary, Rubicon, Sahara, Sport, Sport S, Unlimited 75th Anniversary, Unlimited Rubicon, Unlimited Sahara, Unlimited Sport, Unlimited Sport S | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Wrangler JK | 2018 | Rubicon, Sahara, Sport, Sport S, Unlimited Rubicon, Unlimited Sahara, Unlimited Sport, Unlimited Sport S | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Jeep Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 5184111AF
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod +.003Mm See Note; Bearing Connecting Rod +.003Mm
- Replaces: 5184111AE
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Grand Cherokee | 2011-2015 | Laredo, Limited, Overland, Overland Summit, Summit | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
- Wrangler | 2012-2017 | 75th Anniversary, Rubicon, Sahara, Sport, Sport S, Unlimited 75th Anniversary, Unlimited Rubicon, Unlimited Sahara, Unlimited Sport, Unlimited Sport S | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Wrangler JK | 2018 | Rubicon, Sahara, Sport, Sport S, Unlimited Rubicon, Unlimited Sahara, Unlimited Sport, Unlimited Sport S | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Jeep Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 5047638AC
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod +3 Micron Used For Upper And Lower; Bearing Connecting Rod +3 Micron See Note
- Replaces: 5047638AB
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Cherokee | 2014-2023 | 75th Anniversary, 80th Anniversary, Altitude, Altitude Lux, High Altitude, Latitude, Latitude Plus, Limited, Overland, Sport, Trailhawk | 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- Compass | 2017-2022 | 80th Anniversary, Altitude, High Altitude, Latitude, Latitude Lux, Limited, Red, Sport, Trailhawk, Upland | 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- Renegade | 2015-2021 | 75th Anniversary, 80th Anniversary, Altitude, Dawn Of Justice, Islander, Jeepster, Latitude, Limited, Sport, Trailhawk, Upland | 4 Cyl 2.4 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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Jeep Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 5047637AC
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod Standard Used For Upper And Lower; Bearing Connecting Rod Standard See Note
- Replaces: 5047637AB
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Cherokee | 2014-2023 | 75th Anniversary, 80th Anniversary, Altitude, Altitude Lux, High Altitude, Latitude, Latitude Plus, Limited, Overland, Sport, Trailhawk | 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- Compass | 2017-2022 | 80th Anniversary, Altitude, High Altitude, Latitude, Latitude Lux, Limited, Red, Sport, Trailhawk, Upland | 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- Renegade | 2015-2021 | 75th Anniversary, 80th Anniversary, Altitude, Dawn Of Justice, Islander, Jeepster, Latitude, Limited, Sport, Trailhawk, Upland | 4 Cyl 2.4 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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Jeep Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 4893953AA
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod - .003Mm; Bearing Connecting Rod - .006Mm
- Replaces: 4893837AA, 68088070AA
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Cherokee | 2014-2022 | 75th Anniversary, 80th Anniversary, Altitude, High Altitude, Latitude, Latitude Lux, Latitude Plus, Limited, Overland, Sport, Trailhawk, Trailhawk Elite, Upland, X | 3.2L V6, 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- Gladiator | 2020-2025 | 80th Anniversary, Altitude, Freedom, High Altitude, High Tide, Jeep Beach, Mojave, Mojave X, NightHawk, Overland, Rubicon, Rubicon X, Sport, Sport S, Texas Trail, Willys, Willys Sport | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Grand Cherokee | 2014-2024 | 75th Anniversary, Altitude, Altitude X, High Altitude, Laredo, Laredo E, Laredo X, Limited, Limited X, Overland, Summit, Summit Reserve, Trailhawk, Upland | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
- Grand Cherokee L | 2021-2024 | Altitude, Altitude X, Laredo, Laredo X, Limited, Overland, Summit, Summit Reserve | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
- Wrangler | 2014-2015
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Jeep Bearing Part Number: 4892950AB
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Bearing Connecting Rod
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- Renegade | 2015-2018 | 75th Anniversary, Altitude, Latitude, Sport | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS
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Jeep Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 4893951AA
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod +.003Mm
- Replaces: 4893835AA, 68088068AA
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Cherokee | 2014-2022 | 75th Anniversary, 80th Anniversary, Altitude, High Altitude, Latitude, Latitude Lux, Latitude Plus, Limited, Overland, Sport, Trailhawk, Trailhawk Elite, Upland, X | 3.2L V6, 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- Gladiator | 2020-2025 | 80th Anniversary, Altitude, Freedom, High Altitude, High Tide, Jeep Beach, Mojave, Mojave X, NightHawk, Overland, Rubicon, Rubicon X, Sport, Sport S, Texas Trail, Willys, Willys Sport | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Grand Cherokee | 2014-2024 | 75th Anniversary, Altitude, Altitude X, High Altitude, Laredo, Laredo E, Laredo X, Limited, Limited X, Overland, Summit, Summit Reserve, Trailhawk, Upland | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
- Grand Cherokee L | 2021-2024 | Altitude, Altitude X, Laredo, Laredo X, Limited, Overland, Summit, Summit Reserve | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
- Wrangler | 2014-2015
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Jeep Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 4893952AA
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 4893836AA, 68088069AA
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Cherokee | 2014-2022 | 75th Anniversary, 80th Anniversary, Altitude, High Altitude, Latitude, Latitude Lux, Latitude Plus, Limited, Overland, Sport, Trailhawk, Trailhawk Elite, Upland, X | 3.2L V6, 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- Gladiator | 2020-2025 | 80th Anniversary, Altitude, Freedom, High Altitude, High Tide, Jeep Beach, Mojave, Mojave X, NightHawk, Overland, Rubicon, Rubicon X, Sport, Sport S, Texas Trail, Willys, Willys Sport | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Grand Cherokee | 2014-2024 | 75th Anniversary, Altitude, Altitude X, High Altitude, Laredo, Laredo E, Laredo X, Limited, Limited X, Overland, Summit, Summit Reserve, Trailhawk, Upland | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
- Grand Cherokee L | 2021-2024 | Altitude, Altitude X, Laredo, Laredo X, Limited, Overland, Summit, Summit Reserve | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
- Wrangler | 2020-2025, 2014-2015 | 80th Anniversary, Freedom, Islander, Rubicon, Rubicon X, Sport, Sport S, Unlimited 80th Anniversary, Unlimited Freedom, Unlimited High Altitude, Unlimited High Tide, Unlimited Islander, Unlimited Rubicon, Unlimited Rubicon X, Unlimited Sahara, Unlimited Sahara Altitude, Unlimited Sport, Unlimited Sport Altitude, Unlimited Sport S, Unlimited Willys, Unlimited Willys Sport, Willys, Willys Sport | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV)
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Jeep Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 68362046AA
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- Other Name: Bearing Package - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard Upper And Lower; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 5086003AD, 5086003AC, 5086003AE
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Grand Cherokee | 2012-2021, 2008-2010 | SRT, SRT8, Trackhawk | 6.1L V8, 6.4L V8, 8 Cyl 6.1 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.4 L GAS
- Grand Wagoneer | 2022-2023 | Base, Obsidian, Series I, Series II, Series III, Series III Obsidian | 8 Cyl 6.4 L GAS
- Wrangler | 2021-2024 | Unlimited Rubicon 392 | 8 Cyl 6.4 L GAS
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Jeep Bearings Part Number: 5012363AE
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard See Note; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 5012363AC, 5012363AD, 5018584AB, 5012363AB
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Commander | 2006-2009 | 65th Anniversary Edition, Base, Limited, Sport | 4.7L V8, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS
- Grand Cherokee | 1999-2009 | 65th Anniversary Edition, Laredo, Limited, Overland, Special Edition, Sport | 4.7L V8, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS
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Jeep 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
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Commander | 2006-2010 | 65th Anniversary Edition, Base, Sport | 3.7L V6, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
- Grand Cherokee | 2005-2010 | 65th Anniversary Edition, Laredo, Limited | 3.7L V6, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
- Liberty | 2002-2012 | 65th Anniversary Edition, Jet, Limited, Renegade, Rocky Mountain Edition, Sport | 3.7L V6, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
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Jeep Bearings Part Number: 5161294AA
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- Other Name: Bearing Kit - Connecting Rod; Bearing Package Connecting Rod Standard: One [1] Upper & One [1] Lower Bearing.
- Replaces: 5012056AA
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Wrangler | 2007-2011 | 70th Anniversary, Rubicon, Sahara, Sport, Unlimited 70th Anniversary, Unlimited Rubicon, Unlimited Sahara, Unlimited Sport, Unlimited X, X, X-S | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
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Jeep Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 68029429AC
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 68029429AB, 68029429AA, 68029429AI, 68060359AA
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Commander | 2008-2010, 2006 | Limited, Overland, Sport | 5.7L V8, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Grand Cherokee | 2008-2022, 2006 | High Altitude, Laredo, Limited, Limited X, Overland, Overland Summit, Summit, Summit Reserve, Trailhawk | 5.7L V8, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Grand Cherokee L | 2021-2024 | Overland, Summit, Summit Reserve | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Wagoneer | 2022-2023 | Base, Series I, Series I Carbide, Series II, Series II Carbide, Series III, Series III Carbide | 8 Cyl 5.7 L MILD HYBRID EV-GAS (MHEV)
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Jeep Bearings Part Number: 4884912AB
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- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing Connecting Rod Standard See Note
- Replaces: 1115A150, 4884912AA
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Compass | 2007-2017 | 75th Anniversary, Altitude, Base, High Altitude, Latitude, Limited, Sport | 2.0L L4, 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
- Patriot | 2007-2017 | 75th Anniversary, Latitude, Latitude X, Limited, Sport | 2.0L L4, 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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Jeep Rod Bearings Part Number: 2421305
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- Other Name: Bearing Package - Connecting Rod; Engine Connecting Rod Bearing; Connecting Rod Bearing Pair; Rod Bearing; Bearings; Connecting Rod Bearing Package, Standard; Includes various connecting rod bearings.
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Grand Cherokee | 1993-1998 | 5.9 Limited, Base, Laredo, Limited, Orvis, SE, TSi | 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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Jeep Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 68207790AA
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- Other Name: Bearing Package - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 5086003AB
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Commander | 2006-2007 | Limited, Overland | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
- Grand Cherokee | 2005-2008 | Limited, Overland, SRT8 | 6.1L V8, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.1 L GAS
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Jeep Connecting Rod Bearing Part Number: 5184112AF
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Engine Connecting Rod Bearing; Connecting Rod Bearing Pair; Rod Bearing; Bearing; Bearings; Bearing Connecting Rod Standard See Note; Bearing Connecting Rod Standard
- Replaces: 5184112AE
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Grand Cherokee | 2011-2015 | Laredo, Limited, Overland, Overland Summit, Summit | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX
- Wrangler | 2012-2017 | 75th Anniversary, Rubicon, Sahara, Sport, Sport S, Unlimited 75th Anniversary, Unlimited Rubicon, Unlimited Sahara, Unlimited Sport, Unlimited Sport S | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Wrangler JK | 2018 | Rubicon, Sahara, Sport, Sport S, Unlimited Rubicon, Unlimited Sahara, Unlimited Sport, Unlimited Sport S | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Jeep Bearing, Yellow Part Number: 68229247AA
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Includes Upper And Lower Bearings.
- Replaces: 68147236AA
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Grand Cherokee | 2011-2017 | Limited, Overland, Summit, Trailhawk | 3.0L V6, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL
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Jeep Bearing, Blue Part Number: 68229246AA
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bearing - Connecting Rod; Rod Bearing; Bearing Kit Connecting Rod Includes Upper And Lower Bearings.
- Replaces: 68147235AA
Fits the following Jeep Models:
- Grand Cherokee | 2011-2017 | Limited, Overland, Summit, Trailhawk | 3.0L V6, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL

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Jeep Rod Bearing Parts and Q&A

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5174612AA
Q: How to Maintain and Fix Rod Bearings on Jeep Wrangler?
A:
Before trying to service or repair connect rod bearings, use Plastigage to check their clearance and match it with the correct values listed in the manual. It's necessary to mention that the rod bearing bolts are not meant for reuse. Altogether, get the new bolts set by first rubbing them with engine oil. Bolt each little finger, then take turns to add torque to each bolt for proper assembly of the cap. Turn the bolts to 27 Nm and then give them 1/4 of a turn more, without using a torque wrench. Also, check the space between the connecting rod and the bore with a feeler gauge to meet the factory-recommended clearance values.
Bearings
68052222AB
Q: How to Inspect and Replace Rod Bearings on Jeep Grand Cherokee?
A:
Before removing the connecting rods, look for scoring on the rod bearings and check for regular signs of wear and replace any bearing with unusual wear on it. Look for scoring, nicks and burrs on the connecting rod journals, because misaligned or bent connecting rods can result in abnormal damage to pistons, piston rings, cylinder walls, connecting rod bearings and crankshaft connecting rod journals. If wear or damages are caused by a misaligned connecting rod, check its alignment and replace any rods that are out of place, bent or twisted. Wipe the oil from the connecting rod journal, add a little lubricant to bearing insert (2) and center it in the connecting rod (1). Take the measurement at A and at B, so that the gap is no wider than 0.50mm (0.0196 inch). Use the piston ring compressor and Guide Pins Special Tool 8507 to fit the rod and piston assemblies so that the oil slinger in the rods points forward and the "F"'s in the pistons are also forward. In the bearing cap, install the lower bearing insert, make sure it is centralized and dry off the insert. Lay a Plastigage (1) band across the entire length of the lower insert at the middle of the bearing cap, making sure it's not crumbly; if it is, get a new piece. Put the bearing cap and connecting rod in place on the journal and tighten the connecting rod bolts to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.), plus 90 degrees twist, as spinning the crank later may cause the Plastigage to smear and give a wrong reading. After removing the bearing cap, measure the squeezed Plastigage (2) to discover the clearance between the bearing and the journal, always checking the Engine Specifications. The width of Plastigage along the insert should be the same everywhere; variations point to either a tapered journal or bent connecting rod or that foreign material is trapped between the insert and the cap or rod. If the clearance is correct, bore removal is not required; remove the Plastigage from the crankshaft journal and bearing insert and move on with installation. Should the bearing-to-journal clearance be greater than it should, choose the recommended bearing set, making sure to never reuse the connecting rod bolts (because they are Torque to Yield Bolts) so that they are always replaced whenever removed. Test the Plastigage measurement again just before you assemble your gears to confirm the correct choice of bearings. When the correct insert is picked, put everything in place and tighten the bolts connecting the connecting rod to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.) plus 90 degrees. Insert a gauge between the connecting rod and crankshaft journal flange, check the Engine Specifications for correct clearance and use a new connecting rod if the gap is not right.