Nubira SX Hatchback L4-2.0L DOHC D-TEC MFI (1999)
16. Stagger the piston oil rings, the oil ring rail gaps, the second compression ring, and the top compression ring in relation to the notch on the top of
the piston.
17. Lubricate the cylinder wall and the piston rings with clean engine oil.
18. Install the piston using a ring compressor and a wood handle. Guide the lower connecting rod end to prevent damaging the crankshaft journal.
19. Install the connecting rod cap and bearings. Refer to "Crankshaft Main Bearing; Service and Repair.
20. Install the connecting rod cap bolts.
Tighten the connecting rod cap bolts to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.). Using the angular torque gauge KM-470-B, tighten the bolts one turn of 45 degrees
plus one turn of 15°.
21. Install the engine block lower support bracket/splash shield bolts.
Tighten the engine block lower support bracket/splash shield bolts to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.).
22. Install the oil pump/pick-up tube.
