Nubira SX Hatchback L4-2.0L DOHC D-TEC MFI (1999)
18. Cut the plastic gauging threads to the length of the connecting rod bearing width. Lay them axially between the connecting rod journals and the
connecting rod bearings.
19. Install the connecting rod bearing caps.
Tighten the connecting rod bearing cap bolts to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.). Use the angular torque gauge KM-470-B to tighten the connecting rod bearing
cap bolts to + 45 degrees plus one turn of 15 degrees.
20. Remove the connecting rod bearing caps.
21. Measure the width of the flattened plastic thread of the plastic gauging using a ruler. (Plastic gauging is available for different tolerance ranges.)
22. Inspect the bearing clearance for permissible tolerance ranges. Refer to Connecting Rod, Engine; Specifications.
23. Install the connecting rod bearing caps to the connecting rods.
24. Tighten the connecting rod bearing caps using new bolts.
Tighten the connecting rod bearing cap bolts to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.). Use the angular torque gauge, KM-470-B, to tighten the connecting rod cap
bolts to +45 degrees plus one turn of 15 degrees.
25. Install the oil pump.
