Connecting Rod Cap Bolt

CONNECTING ROD BOLT TORQUE
Tighten connecting rod bolt as follows:
a. Apply engine oil to the threads and seats of connecting rod bolts.
b. Tighten bolts.
Tightening Torque: 18.6 - 20.6 Nm (1.9 - 2.1 kg-m, 14 - 15 ft. lbs.)





c. Then tighten all bolts 90 to 95 degrees clockwise [target: 90 degrees (Angle tightening)].

CAUTION: Always use angle wrench [SST: KV10112100 (BT8653-A)]. Avoid tightening based on visual check alone.

- After tightening bolt, make sure that crankshaft rotates smoothly.

CONNECTING ROD BOLT OUTER DIAMETER





- Measure the outer diameter "d" at position shown in the figure.
- If reduction appears in a position other than "d", regard it as "d".
Standard: 7.90 - 8.00 mm (0.3110 - 0.3150 inch)
Limit: 7.75 mm (0.3051 inch)
- When "d" exceeds the limit (when it becomes thinner), replace bolt with new one.