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Rod Bearing Cap Torque

Tightening Torque

1st step: 30 Nm
2nd step: Tightening angle 90 - 100°
Lubricate thread and bolt head contact surface before installing.

Checking Used Bolt

Rod Bolt Stretch:






Thread M9x1 mm
Stretch shaft when new 7.4 - 0.1 mm
Minimum stretched shaft (C) 7.1 mm