Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Connecting Rod: Specifications

Connecting Rod

Cap Bolts

30 Nm + 1/4 turn 

Axial Clearance

New

0.10 to 0.31 mm 

Wear Limit

0.40 mm 

Radial Clearance

New

0.01 to 0.05 mm 

Measured with Plastigage

Wear Limit

0.09 mm