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Connecting Rod: Specifications

Connecting rod pin bore diameter 23.958-23.976 mm (0.943-0.944 in)
Connecting rod length 145.965-146.035 mm (5.746-5.749 in)
Connecting rod maximum allowed bend 0.0125 mm (0.00049 in) per 25.4 mm (1.000 in)
Connecting rod maximum allowed twist 0.038 mm (0.0015 in) per 25.4 mm (1.000 in)
Connecting rod bearing bore diameter 56.82-56.84 mm (2.2370-2.2378 in)
Connecting rod bearing-to-crankshaft clearance 0.022-0.064 mm (0.0008-0.0025 in)
Connecting rod side clearance (assembled to crankshaft) 0.092-0.268 mm (0.0036-0.0106 in)

Connecting rod nuts:
Stage 1 20 Nm (15 lb-ft)
Stage 2 additional 90 degrees