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Connecting Rod, Engine

Connecting Rod Nut/Bolt Torque

Connecting Rod Bolts
First Pass 20 Nm (15 lb ft)
Final Pass 85 degrees


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

Connecting Rod Side Clearance 0.11-0.51 mm (0.00433-0.02 in)

Connecting Rod Bore Out-of-Round - Bearing End
Production 0.004-0.008 mm (0.00015-0.0003 in)
Service 0.004-0.008 mm (0.00015-0.0003 in)

Connecting Rod Bore Diameter - Bearing End 56.505-56.525 mm (2.224-2.225 in)