Connecting Rod Bolt/Nut

CAUTION: Connecting rods and connecting rod caps must be correctly oriented, the interlocking tangs on the same side of the connecting rod or possible engine damage may occur.

NOTE: Lubricate the connecting rod bearings and the crankshaft journals prior to installation with Super Premium SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-H.

NOTE: Rotate the crankshaft after installing each connecting rod cap and inspect for excess drag or binding.

Install the connecting rod caps.
^ Install new bolts and tighten in two stages:
^ Stage 1: Tighten to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.).
^ Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.