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Connecting Rod Bearing



Bearing shell
Axial play
New 0.05 to 0.31 mm
Wear limit 0.37 mm
Measure radial play using Plastigage. Do not turn crankshaft during measurement.
New 0.01 to 0.06 mm
Wear limit 0.12 mm

Crankshaft dimensions
(Dimensions in mm)





Connecting rod bolt
Tightening Torque 30 Nm plus 1/4 turn (90°)