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Connecting Rod Bearing

Connecting rod bearing bore diameter (with assembled liners) 53.049 - 53.027 mm (2.0885 - 2.0877 inch)
Connecting rod bearing-to-crankshaft clearance 0.064 - 0.026 mm (0.0025 - 0.001 inch)

Connecting Rod Torque

CAUTION: The rod bearing caps must keep the same orientation as marked during disassembly.

NOTE: The rod bearing cap bolts are torque-to-yield. Install new bolts each time repaired.

Install the rod bearing caps and tighten the bolts in three stages:
^ Stage 1: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
^ Stage 2: Tighten to 45 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
^ Stage 3: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.