Service Limits & General Specifications

CONNECTING ROD SIDE CLEARANCE





^ Measure side clearance between the connecting rod and crank shaft arm using suitable tool.
Standard: 0.20 - 0.40 mm (0.0079 - 0.0157 inches)
Limit: 0.40 mm (0.0157 inches)
^ If measured value exceeds the repair limit, replace the connecting rod bearings, and measure again. If it still exceeds the repair limit, replace the crankshaft also.

CONNECTING ROD BEND AND TORSION





^ Check connecting rod alignment using suitable tool.
Limit:
Bend: 0.15 mm (0.0059 inches) per 100 mm (3.94 inches) length
Torsion: 0.30 mm (0.0118 inches) per 100 mm (3.94 inches) length





^ If measurement exceeds the limit, replace connecting rod assembly.

CONNECTING ROD BOLT DIAMETER
^ Measure diameter "d" at position shown.





^ When "d" is out of specifications (when it becomes thinner), replace bolt with a new one.
Limit: 7.75 mm (0.3051 inches) or less.