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Connecting Rod, Engine

Connecting rod-to-pin clearance 0.018-0.033 mm
Connecting rod pin bore diameter 22.012-22.024 mm
Connecting rod length 150.7 mm
Connecting rod maximum allowed bend 0.038 mm per 25 mm
Connecting rod maximum allowed twist 0.050 mm per 25 mm
Connecting rod bearing bore diameter 56.866-56.886 mm
Connecting rod side clearance 0.15-0.45 mm

Connecting rod bearing caps and bolts
Stage 1: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)
Stage 2: Tighten to 80 Nm (59 ft. lbs.)
^ Check the connecting rod bearing clearance.
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