Sonata V6-2.7L (2004)
15. When assembling, bolts should be fastened using the plastic angle technique as follows.
1) Apply oil to the threads and matching areas.
2) Tighten the connecting rod bolt.
Tightening torque
Connecting rod bolt: 16 - 20 Nm (160 - 200 kgf-cm, 12 - 15 ft. lbs.) + (90° - 94°)
CAUTION: After removing the connecting rod bolt, do not use it again. When using a new bolt, do not tighten the bolt more than 3 times.
16. Check the connecting rod side clearance.
Connecting rod side clearance
Standard: 0.10 - 0.25 mm (0.0039 - 0.0098 inch)
Limit: 0.4 mm (0.0157 inch)
