Insert a thickness gauge [A] between the big end and either crank web to determine clearance.
Connecting Rod Big End Side Clearance
Standard: 0.13
0.38 mm
(0.0051
0.0150 in.)
Service Limit: 0.58 mm (0.023 in.)

If the clearance exceeds the service limit, replace the connecting rod with new one and then check clearance again.
If the clearance is too large after connecting rod replacement, the crankshaft also must be replaced.
Connecting Rod Twist Inspection
Connecting Rod Big End
Bearing Insert/Crankpin Wear InspectionDFI System Wiring Diagram
Part Names
1. Air Intake Solenoid Valve (Other than US, CA and CAL Models)
2. Front Wheel Rotation Sensor
3. Engine Stop Switch
4. Starter Button
5. Air Switching Valve
6. Stick Coil #1, #2, #3, #4
7. Spark Plugs
8. Intake Air Temperature Sensor
9. Crankshaft Sensor
10. Secondary Fuel ...
Gear Position Switch Output Voltage Inspection
NOTE
Be sure the battery is fully charged.
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Remove the fuel tank (see Fuel Tank Removal in the Fuel
System (DFI) chapter).
Disconnect the sidestand switch/gear position switch lead
connector [A].
Connect the measuring adapter [A] between the ...
KIBS Hydraulic Unit Communication Error (Service Code 1b, KIBS Equipped
Models)
KIBS Hydraulic Unit Communication Line Inspection
When the data (for status of KIBS hydraulic unit) is not
sent from the KIBS hydraulic unit to the meter unit and
ECU, the service code 1b is displayed.
The data is sent through the CAN communication line.
The service code 1b is detected with the ...