Connecting Rod, Engine

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts

Inspection
Using a vernier caliper, measure the diameter of the bolt in the area shown in the illustration.









Standard diameter 6.6 to 6.7 mm (0.260 to 0.264 in.)

Minimum diameter 6.4 mm (0.252 in.)

Tightening Sequence
First pass 20 Nm (204 kgf-cm, 15 ft-lbf) in several steps
Final pass Tighten 90°

Connecting Rod
Thrust Clearance





Standard 0.160 to 0.342 mm (0.00630 to 0.0135 in.)
Maximum thrust clearance 0.342 mm (0.0135 in.)

Large End Bore Diameter (Resistance)
Mark 1 47.000 to 47.008 mm (1.85039 to 1.85070 in.)
Mark 2 47.009 to 47.016 mm (1.85074 to 1.85102 in.)
Mark 3 47.017 to 47.024 mm (1.85106 to 1.85133 in.)