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Connecting Rod, Engine





Connecting Rod and Water Pump

Connecting Rods





Check the connecting rod alignment If either the bend or the twist exceeds the specified limit, the connecting rod must be replaced.
Bend per 100 mm (3.937 inch)
Limit m0.05 (0.0020)
Twist per 100 mm (3.937 inch)
Limit 0.15 (0.0059)
Measure the connecting rod thrust clearance. Use a feeler gauge to measure the thrust clearance at the large end of the connecting rod If the clearance exceeds the specified limit, the connecting rod must be replaced.
Standard 0.16 mm - 0.35 mm (0.0063 inch - 0.0138 inch)
Limit 0.40 mm (0.0157 inch)

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