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Connecting Rod, Engine






Connecting rod bolts
1st 40 Nm (408 kgf-cm, 30 ft-lbf)
2nd Turn 90°





Standard diameter 8.5 to 8.6mm (0.335 to 0.339 in.)
Minimum diameter 8.3 mm (0.327 in.)

If the diameter is less than the minimum, replace the bolt.

Connecting Rod

Standard thrust clearance 0.15 to 0.40 mm (0.00591 to 0.0157 in.)
Maximum thrust clearance 0.50 mm (0.0197 in.)

Standard oil clearance 0.045 to 0.067 mm (0.00178 to 0.00264 in.)
Maximum oil clearance 0.070 mm (0.00276 in.)

Connecting rod diameter





Connecting rod bearing center wall thickness