Connecting Rod, Engine

PISTON WITH CONNECTING ROD

The connecting rod bolts are tightened in 2 progressive steps.

Step 1

Alternately tighten the connecting rod bolts in several steps.

Torque 40 Nm (408 kgf-cm, 30 ft-lbf)

Step 2

Text in Illustration

Mark the front of the connecting rod bolts with paint.

Tighten the bolts 90° as shown in the illustration.

Check that the paint marks are now at a 90° angle to the front.

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