Connecting Rod, Engine

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts

Tightening Sequence
Tighten bolts alternately
First step Finger tight
Second step 5.0 Nm (44 in-lb) in several steps
Third step 20 Nm (15 ft-lb) in several steps
Fourth step Tighten 90°

Connecting Rod Big End Thrust Clearance
Standard value 0.10 - 0.25 mm (0.004 - 0.010 inch)
Limit 0.4 mm (0.016 inch)