Cutlass V6-191 3.1L VIN M SFI (1998)
5. Install the piston and connecting rod assembly.
6. Remove the thread protectors.
7. Install the connecting rod bearing.
IMPORTANT: Carefully tap the bearing cap into place with a suitable tool. Do not pull the cap down with the cap bolts or nuts.
8. Seat the bearing caps.
9. Install the rod bearing cap nuts.
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Tighten the rod cap nuts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.). Use the J 36660 in order to tighten the nuts an additional 75°.
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
10. Check the connecting rod for binding. Pry the rod back and forth with a suitable tool. Loosen the bearing cap if the rod binds. Retighten the
bearing cap.
11. Install the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement.
12. Install the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Replacement (Left Side).
13. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining, Flushing and Filling the Cooling System in Cooling and Radiator.
14. Connect the negative battery cable.
