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Connecting Rod, Engine

NEW Connecting Rod Bolt

First Pass 30 Nm (22 Ft. Lbs.)
Second Pass Loosen Bolts To Zero Torque
Third Pass 25 Nm (18 Ft. Lbs.).
Final Pass 110 Degrees

Connecting Rod
Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance 0.010 - 0.070 mm (0.0004 - 0.0028 inch)
Connecting Rod Bore Diameter - Bearing End 59.620 - 59.636 mm (2.3472 - 2.3479 inch)
Connecting Rod Bore Diameter - Pin End 24.007 - 24.021 mm (0.9452 - 0.9457 inch)
Connecting Rod Length - Center to Center 150.400 mm (5.9212 inch)
Connecting Rod Side Clearance 0.095 - 0.355 mm (0.0374 - 0.0140 inch)
Connecting Rod Width - Bearing End
Production 21.775 mm (0.8573 inch)
Service 21.725 - 21.825 mm (0.8553 - 0.8593 inch)
Connecting Rod Width - Pin End
Production 21.775 mm (0.8573 inch)
Service 21.725 - 21.825 mm (0.8553 - 0.8593 inch)