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Connecting Rod, Engine






Connecting Rod

Bolt

30 Nm + 90° (1/4) additional turn

Always replace

Lubricate the threads and contact surface.

Use a old bolt to measure radial play.

Axial play wear limit: 0.37 mm.

Measure the radial play using Plastigage: wear limit: 0.08 mm.

Do not rotate the crankshaft when measuring radial play.