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Connecting Rod, Engine

Connecting rod thrust clearance
Standard 0.15 - 0.30 mm (0.0059 - 0.0118 inch)
Maximum 0.35 mm (0.0138 inch)
Connecting rod oil clearance
Standard 0.038 - 0.066 mm (0.0015 - 0.0026 inch)
Maximum 0.08 mm (0.0031 inch)
Connecting rod out-of alignment
Maximum 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch) per 100 mm (3.94 inch)
Connecting rod twist
Maximum 0.15 mm (0.0059 inch) per 100 mm (3.94 inch)
Connecting rod bushing inside diameter 22.005 - 22.014 mm (0.8663 - 0.8667 inch)
Connecting rod bolt diameter
Standard 7.2 - 7.3 mm (0.283 - 0.287 inch)
Minimum 7.0 mm (2.76 inch)
Connecting rod cap x Connecting rod
1st 25 Nm (250 kgf-cm, 18 ft. lbs.)
2nd Turn 90°