Connecting Rod Bolt/Nut

NOTE: The rod bearing cap bolts are torque-to-yield. Install new bolts each time repaired.

Tighten the bolts in three stages:
^ Stage 1: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
^ Stage 2: Tighten to 45 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
^ Stage 3: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.