D 350 Pickup L6-359 5.9L DSL (1989)
Use clean engine oil to lubricate the threads and under the heads of the connecting rod capscrews.
CAUTION: The four digit number stamped on the rod cap at the parting line must match and be Installed towards the oil cooler side of the engine.
Install the rod cap and capscrews to the connecting rod.
CAUTION: Tighten the connecting rod and capscrew evenly.
Torque Value:
Step 1-3 5 N-m [26 ft-lbs]
Step 2 - 70 N-m [51 ft-lbs]
Step 3 - 100 N-m [73 ft-lbs]
CAUTION: The crankshaft must rotate freely.
Check for freedom of rotation as the caps are installed. if the crankshaft does not rotate freely, check the installation of the rod bearing and the bearing
size.
