Rod, Piston And Connecting: Description: Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| 1 - CONNECTING ROD |
| 2 - PISTON |
| 3 - PISTON PIN |
| 4 - OIL SLINGER SLOT |
CAUTION:
Do not use a metal stamp to mark connecting rods as damage may result, instead use ink or a scratch awl.
The pistons (2) are made of a high strength aluminum alloy. Refer to Fig 1. The connecting rods (1) are made of forged powdered metal, with a "fractured cap" design. A full floating piston pin is used to attach the piston to the connecting rod.