2003 Kawasaki JetSki 800 SX-R Factory service manual, Page 119Get this manual
ENGINE BOTTOM END 7-15 Crankshaft Maintenance
Connecting Rod Big End Radial Clearance
Check big end radial clearance0 Set the crankshaft in an alignment jig or on blocks, and place dial gauge against the connecting rod big end0 Push the connecting rod first towards the gauge and then in the opposite directionsThe difference between the two gauge readings is the radial clearanceIf the radial clearance exceeds the service limit, the crankshaft assembly must be replaced or disassembled and the crankpin, needle bearing, and connecting rod big end examined for wearConnecting Rod Big End Radial Clearance Standard: 0.038 0.049 mm (0.0015 0.0193 in Service Limit: 0.10 mm (0.0039 in
Connecting Rod Big End Side Clearance