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Connecting Rod: Specifications










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

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








If the diameter is less than the minimum, replace the connecting rod bolt

Standard Connecting Rod Small End Bush Inside Diameter





Standard Connecting Rod Large End Inside Diameter





If the diameter is not as specified, replace the connecting rod

Connecting rod thrust clearance
Standard thrust clearance 0.160 to 0.512 mm (0.00630 to 0.00202 in.)
Maximum thrust clearance 0.512 mm (0.00202 in.)

Connecting rod oil clearance
Standard oil clearance 0.030 to 0.063 mm (0.00118 to 0.00248 in.)
Maximum oil clearance 0.07 mm (0.00276 in.)