Piston Pin Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1999 Acura 3.0CL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Measure diameter of piston pin. Zero dial indicator to piston pin diameter. Check piston for cracks or distortion. Measure piston pin bore in piston. Difference between the 2 measurements is pin-to-piston clearance.
- Ensure clearance is within -0.0002 to +0.00004" (-0.005 to +0.001 mm). If clearance is greater than 0.0002" (0.005 mm), install an oversize piston pin and re-measure clearance.
- Measure difference between piston pin diameter and connecting rod small end bore. Interference fit between piston pin and connecting rod should be 0.0002-0.0006" (0.005-0.015 mm).