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Connecting Rod Bolt/Nut
Connecting Rod Bolt/Nut
NOTE:
Main bearing caps are removed for clarity.
Tighten the bolts in two stages, using the sequence shown.
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Stage 1: Tighten to
40 - 45 Nm (30 - 33 ft. lbs.)
.
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Stage 2: Tighten an additional
90-120 degrees.