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Connecting Rod Bolt/Nut

Connecting Rod Nut

Tightening Torque
First Pass 25 Nm. (18 ft. lbf.)
Second Pass 90°

Apply a light coat of engine oil on the threads and under the heads of the connecting rod cap bolts.

Install and alternately tighten the 2 connecting rod cap bolts in several passes.