Rod Bearing Cap

Rod Bearing Cap





Tighten the connecting rod bolt as follows:
Apply engine oil to the threads and seats of the connecting rod bolts.

CAUTION:
Check tightening angle. Do not make judgment by visual inspection.

Tool number KV10112100 (BT-8653-A)
Step 1 27.4 Nm (2.8 kg-m, 20 ft-lb) (SE-R), 29.4 (3.0 kg-m, 22 ft-lb) (SE-R Spec V)
Step 2 0 Nm
Step 3 19.6 Nm (2.0 kg-m, 14 ft-lb)
Stage 2 Rotate bolts 90° degrees
Check the connecting rod side clearance. Refer to EM-194, "Inspection After Disassembly". Inspection After Disassembly
After tightening the bolts, make sure that the crankshaft rotates smoothly.

OUTER DIAMETER OF CONNECTING ROD BOLT
Measure outer diameter (d) at position as shown.





When "d" exceeds the limit (when it becomes thinner), replace the bolt with a new one.
Limit 7.75 mm (0.3051 in) or less