Connecting Rod Bolt/Nut

Once the connecting rod is seated on the crankshaft journal, remove the Connecting Rod Guide Tool.

CAUTION: The rod cap installation must keep the same orientation as marked during disassembly.

NOTE: The connecting rod caps are of the "cracked" design and must mate with the connecting rod ends. Excessive bearing clearance will result if not mated correctly.

Position the lower bearing and connecting rod, and install the new bolts loosely.





Tighten the bolts in two stages, using the sequence shown.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 40 - 45 Nm (30 - 33 ft. lbs.).
- Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 - 120 degrees.