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Connecting Rod: Specifications

Connecting Rod Bolts

Replace bolts
First pass .................................................................................................................................................................................................................  30 Nm
Final pass ........................................................................................................................................................................  Tighten 90° (1/4 additional turn)

Bearing Shells

Axial play

New ....................................................................................................................................................................................................  0.10 to 0.35 mm
Wear limit ........................................................................................................................................................................................................  0.4 mm

Radial clearance

New ....................................................................................................................................................................................................  0.02 to 0.06 mm
Wear limit ......................................................................................................................................................................................................  0.09 mm

Installed Location

Dimension - a - must be the same at left and right.

Connecting Rod, Engine|Specifications|Page 3639 > < Variable Valve Timing Cover / Housing|Service and Repair|Page 3634