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Separating new conrod

On new conrods it is possible that the breaking point is not fully separated. Proceed as follows if the conrod bearing cap cannot be removed by hand:

–	Mark the cylinder to which the conrod belongs → Item.

–	Lightly clamp the conrod in a vice using aluminium vice clamps, as shown in the illustration.

Note

t	Only clamp the conrod lightly in order to avoid damaging it.

t	Conrod is clamped below the dashed line.

–	Unscrew both bolts -arrows- about 5 turns.

–	Using a plastic hammer, carefully knock against conrod bearing cap in -direction of arrow- until it is loose.

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