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Connecting Rod: Specifications






Connecting rod cap
1st 25 Nm (255 kgf-cm, 18 ft lb)
2nd 90°

Connecting rod diameter





Connecting rod bearing center wall thickness





Standard thrust clearance 0.15 to 0.40 mm (0.0059 to 0.0157 in.)
Maximum thrust clearance 0.50 mm (0.020 in.)

Standard oil clearance 0.045 to 0.067 mm (0.0018 to 0.0026 in.)
Maximum oil clearance 0.070 mm (0.0028 in.)