Rod Bearing Cap

CONNECTING ROD BOLT OUTER DIAMETER (A/T MODELS)

CAUTION: Do not reuse connecting rod bolt for M/T models. Replace it with a new one.





^ Measure the outer diameter "d" at position shown in the figure.
^ If the reduction appears in a position other than "d", regard it as "d".
Standard 7.90 - 8.00 mm (0.3110 - 0.3150 inch)
Limit 7.75 mm (0.3051 inch)
^ When "d" exceeds the limit (when it becomes thinner), replace connecting rod bolt with new one.

Rod Bearing Cap

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Tighten connecting rod bolts as follows:
Apply engine oil to the threads and seats of connecting rod bolts.
Tighten connecting rod bolts.
Torque 18.6 - 20.6 Nm (1.9 - 2.1 kg-m, 14 - 15 ft. lbs.)





Then tighten all bolts 90 to 95° clockwise [target: 90° (Angle tightening)].

CAUTION: Use angle wrench [SST: KV10112100 (BT8653-A)] to check tightening angle. Do not make judgment by visual inspection.

After tightening connecting rod bolts, make sure that crankshaft rotates smoothly.