Connecting Rod, Engine

Connecting Rod Nut/Bolt Torque






The connecting rod bolts are tightened in 2 progressive steps

Step 1:

Alternately tighten the connecting rod bolts in several steps.

Torque 40 Nm (408 kgf-cm, 30 ft-lbf)

Step 2:






Mark the front of the connecting rod bolts with paint.
Tighten the bolts 90° as shown in the illustration.
Check that the paint marks are now at a 90° angle to the front.
Check that the crankshaft turns smoothly.

Connecting Rod Side Clearance, Out-of-Round, & Diameter