Rod Bearing Cap

Rod Bearing Cap
Tighten bolts in three steps
Step 1 27.4 Nm (2.8 kg-m, 20 ft-lb)
Step 2 0 Nm (0 kg-m, 0 ft-lb)
Step 3 19.6 Nm (2.0 kg-m, 14 ft-lb)
After tightening connecting rod bolt, make sure that crankshaft rotates smoothly.
Check the connecting rod side clearance.

CONNECTING ROD BOLT OUTER DIAMETER





Measure the outer diameter "d" at position as shown.
If reduction appears in a position other than "d", regard it as "d".
Limit 7.75 mm (0.3051 in)
When "d" exceeds the limit (when it becomes thinner), replace connecting rod bolt with a new one.