New Beetle Convertible L5-2.5L (BPS) (2006)
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.