Connecting Rod, Engine

Connecting Rod

Bolt

45 Nm + 90° (1/4) additional turn.

Always replace.

Use the old bolts to measure the radial play.

Do not turn the additional 90° (1/4) turn when measuring the radial play.

Axial play:

New: 0.10 to 0.35 mm

Wear limit: 0.4 mm

Measure radial clearance using Plastigage.

New: 0.020 to 0.060 mm

Wear limit: 0.090 mm

Do not rotate the crankshaft when measuring the radial play.