Connecting Rod, Engine

Ensure that the connecting rod cap is properly oriented on the connecting rod.

Always use new bolts. Tighten the connecting rod bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb ft), plus 100 degrees.





Measure the connecting rod side clearance with a feeler gauge (1).
The correct clearance is 0.07-0.37 mm (0.0027-0.0145 in).

Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance 0.029-0.073 mm (0.0011-0.0029 in)
Connecting Rod Bore Diameter - Bearing End 52.118-52.134 mm (2.0519-2.05252 in)
Connecting Rod Side Clearance 0.070-0.370 mm (0.0028-0.0146 in)