Connecting rod bushing Audi 1588-1716-1781-2144-2226cc ACL The connecting rod head bushing is a piece of metal tube pressed into the connecting rod head, adjacent to the piston pin. It works in extreme conditions as a sliding bearing. The use of oil with the wrong viscosity, oil deficiency, low pressure in the lubrication system, too much load on a cold engine, neglect of oil change intervals or incorrect mounting of the connecting rod cause excessive load on the bushings, their faster wear. a knocking noise at idle indicates that the bushing must be replaced immediately. Delaying replacement may result in seizure of the element, which damages the entire connecting rod.
ACL Distribution, Inc.
357 36th Street SE
Wyoming, MI 49548
United States
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