Connecting Rod, Engine

Connecting rod side clearance (assembled to crank)
standard 0.11-0.49 mm (0.0047-0.01929 inch)
service limit 0.49 mm (0.0193 inch) max.





Connecting Rod Cap
Tighten the 2 connecting rod cap bolts in 3 stages.
^ Stage 1: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
^ Stage 2: Tighten to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.).
^ Stage 3: Tighten an additional 105 degrees.