Connecting Rod, Engine

CONNECTING ROD SIDE CLEARANCE





^ Measure side clearance between connecting rod and crankshaft arm with feeler gauge.
Standard: 0.20 - 0.35 mm (0.0079 - 0.0138 inch)
Limit: 0.50 mm (0.0197 inch)
^ If the measured value exceeds the limit, replace the connecting rod bearings, and measure again. If it still exceeds the limit, replace the crankshaft also.

CONNECTING ROD BEND AND TORSION





^ Check with connecting rod aligner.
Bend limit: 0.15 mm (0.0059 inch) per 100 mm (3.94 inch) length
Torsion limit: 0.30 mm (0.0118 inch) per 100 mm (3.94 inch) length





^ If it exceeds the limit, replace connecting rod assembly.

Rod Bearing Cap





Tighten the connecting rod bolts using Tool in four steps as follows:
Apply engine oil to the threads and seats of the connecting rod bolts.

CAUTION: Always use either an angle wrench or protractor. Avoid tightening based on visual check alone.

Step 1 18.6 - 20.6 Nm (1.9 - 2.1 kg-m, 14 - 15 ft. lbs.)
Step 2 85° - 95° (target 90° degrees)
Check the connecting rod side clearance.
After tightening the bolts, make sure that the crankshaft rotates smoothly.

CONNECTING ROD:

CONNECTING ROD