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Connecting Rod, Engine






Connecting rod





Connecting Rod Bolts

Inspection
Measure the diameter of each connecting rod bolt at point A and point B.





Calculate the difference in diameter between point A and point B.





Difference in Diameter





If the difference in diameter is out of tolerance, replace the connecting rod bolt.

Tightening Specifications, connecting rod bolts:
Torque bolts to 20 Nm (2.0 kg-m, 14 lb-ft).
Tighten bolts an additional 90 °.