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Assemble the bearing cap on the connecting rod by aligning it with the mark put during removal. If a new connecting rod without a mating mark is used, assemble so that the detent notch of the bearing is on the same side as illustrated.

Fig 1: Cylinder Number & Notch
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Make sure that clearance of the thrust of the connecting rod big end is appropriate.
Standard value: 0.10 - 0.25 mm (0.004 - 0.010 inch)

Limit: 0.4 mm (0.02 inch)

Fig 2: Checking Clearance Of Thrust Of Connecting Rod Big End
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