Connecting Rod Bearing

CONNECTING ROD BEARING

Connecting Rod Bolt
^ Check the connecting rod cap bolts before reusing, then install in their original position in the connecting rod. The bolts should screw in smoothly by hand.
^ Measure the outer diameter of the connecting rod cap bolt as shown.
Outer diameter d of the connecting rod bolt
Standard : 7.90 - 8.00 mm (0.3110 - 0.3150 inch)
Limit : 7.75 mm (0.3051 inch)





^ Tighten the connecting rod nuts in two stages:
Stage 1 : 19 - 21 Nm (1.9 - 2.1 kg-m, 14 - 15 ft. lbs.)
Stage 2 : 90° - 95° degrees clockwise