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Connecting Rod, Engine

Connecting rod side clearance (assembled to crank) - standard 0.11-0.49 mm (0.0043-0.0193 in)
Connecting rod side clearance (assembled to crank) - service limit 0.36 mm (0.014 in) max.

Connecting rod cap bolts:
Stage 1 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)
Stage 2 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.)
Stage 3 Tighten an additional 105 degrees.