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Connecting Rod: Specifications

Connecting Rod Cap




Point A-Point B = Difference in Diameter
Difference in Diameter: 0-0.05 mm (0-0.002 in.
Tighten the connecting rod bolts to 9.8 N.m (1.0 kgf.m, 7.2 lbf.ft)
Tighten the connecting rod bolts an additional 90°.

Connecting Rod
Pin-to-rod interference
Standard or New 0.020-0.036 mm (0.0008-0.0014 in.)
Small-end bore diameter
Standard or New 17.964-17.977 mm (0.707-0.708 in.)
Large-end bore diameter
Standard or New 43.0 mm (1.69 in.)
End play installed on crankshaft
Standard or New 0.15-0.30 mm (0.006-0.012 in.)
Service limit 0.40 mm (0.016 in.)