Connecting Rod, Engine
CONNECTING RODConnecting rod thrust clearance
Standard 0.15 to 0.40 (0.0059 to 0.0157 in.)
Maximum 0.50 mm (0.020 in.)
Connecting rod oil clearance
Standard 0.045 to 0.067 (0.0018 to 0.0026 in.)
Maximum 0.070 mm (0.0028 in.)
Connecting rod out-of alignment
Maximum 0.05 mm (0.0020 in.) per 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Connecting rod twist
Maximum 0.15 mm (0.0059 in.) per 100 mm (3.94 in.)
Connecting rod bolt diameter
Standard 7.2 to 7.3 mm (0.283 to 0.287 in.)
Minimum 7.0 mm (0.276 in.)
CONNECTING ROD CAP BOLTS
The connecting cap bolts are tightened in 2 progressive steps.
Step 1:
Install and alternately tighten the bolts of the connecting rod cap in several steps.
Torque 40 N*m (408 kgf*cm, 30 ft.*lbf)
Step 2:
Mark the front side of each connecting cap bolt with paint.
Tighten the cap bolts another 90° as shown in the illustration in the order in step 1.
Check that the painted mark is now at a 90° angle to the front.
Check that the crankshaft turns smoothly.