Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.
Manuals through 2025 now available!

Our trusted friends have launched a new website named LEMON, which has newer manuals. It also contains all the CHARM manuals.

LEMON is the spiritual successor to CHARM, I recommend you try it!

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Connecting Rod, Engine

Connecting Rod Bolt*

First Pass 25 Nm (18 lb ft)
Final Pass 110 Degrees

*Use NEW fastener

Connecting Rod Bearing to Crankpin Clearance 0.030-0.073 mm (0.0012-0.0029 in)
Connecting Rod Bore Diameter - Bearing End 52.118-52.134 mm (2.0519-2.05252 in)
Connecting Rod Side Clearance 0.070-0.370 mm (0.0028-0.0146 in)