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Connecting Rod: Specifications

PISTON SUB-ASSEMBLY WITH CONNECTING ROD

The connecting rod cap bolts should be tightened in 2 progressive steps.

Step 1:
Using SST, install and alternately tighten the bolts of the connecting rod cap in several steps.






SST : 09205-16011

Torque 20 Nm (204 kgf-cm, 15 ft-lbf)

Step 2:
Mark the front of the connecting rod cap bolts with paint.










Tighten the cap bolts 90° as shown in the illustration.
Check that the crankshaft turns smoothly.

Connecting Rod Specifications