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Measurement Specifications


Tightening Specifications
New Connecting Rod Bolts 30 Nm + 1/4 (90°)

CAUTION:
^ Do Not Reuse Connecting Rod Bolts
^ Do Not rotate crankshaft when checking bearing clearance with Plastigage.

NOTE: When checking connecting rod bearing clearance DO NOT exceed 30 Nm (22 ft lb) of torque on connecting rod bolts

Dimensional Specifications
Axial Clearance:
New 0.05 to 0.31 mm
Wear limit 0.40 mm
Radial Clearance (Check With Plastigage):
New 0.02 to 0.07 mm
Wear Limit 0.10 mm
Crankshaft Rod Journal 53.958 to 53.978 mm