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Connecting Rod, Engine

PISTON SUB-ASSEMBLY WITH CONNECTING ROD

Using SST, tighten the bolts alternately to the specified torque.






Torque 25 Nm (250 kgf-cm, 18 ft-lbf)

Mark the front side of the each connecting cap bolt with paint.






Retighten the cap bolts 90° as shown.
Check that the crankshaft turns smoothly.


Connecting Rod Side Clearance, Out-of-Round and Diameter