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Connecting Rod, Engine


Install connecting rod bearing caps and tighten to 30 Nm.
Clearance when new 0.015 to 0.062 mm
Wear limit 0.12 mm

Final Assembly Tightening Specifications
Rod Cap Bolt 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.) plus 1/4 turn (90°)