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Connecting Rod, Engine > < Variable Valve Timing Actuator|Specifications|Page 4607
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Connecting Rod Bearing: Specifications

Nut for connecting rod bolt ............................................................................................................................  30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.) + additional 1/4 turn (90°)

Always replace connecting rod bolt

Axial play:

New ...........................................................................................................................................................................  0.10 - 0.35 mm (0.004 - 0.014 inch)
Wear limit ........................................................................................................................................................................................  0.40 mm (0.016 inch)

Measure radial play using Plastigage:

New .......................................................................................................................................................................  0.01 - 0.05 mm (0.0004 - 0.0020 inch)
Wear limit ......................................................................................................................................................................................  0.12 mm (0.0047 inch)
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Do not turn crankshaft when measuring radial play with Plastigage in place

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