Connecting Rod: Specifications

PISTON SUB-ASSEMBLY WITH CONNECTING ROD

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

Step 1

Install and alternately tighten the bolts of the connecting rod cap in several steps.






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

Step 2

Mark the front of the connecting rod cap bolts with paint.






Text in Illustration






Tighten the cap bolts 90° as shown in the illustration.

Check that the crankshaft turns smoothly.

Connecting Rod Specifications