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Rod Bearing Cap
Rod Bearing Cap
Tighten the 16
connecting rod bearing
cap bolts in 3 stages, in the sequence shown.
Stage 1: Tighten to
23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
Stage 2: Tighten to
43 Nm (32 lb-ft).
Stage 3: Rotate an additional
90-120 degrees.