Talon FWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC Turbo VIN F SMFI (1998)
In case the crankshaft is also replaced by a spare part, check the identification colors of the pins painted on the new crankshaft. For example, if
the color is yellow, the pin is classified as "A".
In the above cases, select the connecting rod bearing having identification mark"1".
E. Connecting Rod Cap Installation.
1. Mate the correct bearing cap with the correct connecting rod by checking with the alignment marks marked during disassembly. If a new
connecting rod is used which has no alignment mark, position the notches for locking the bearing on the same side.
2. Check if the thrust clearance in the connecting rod big end is correct.
F. Connecting Rod Cap Nut Installation.
NOTE: Remove the cylinder head or spark plug to loosen the connecting rod nuts.
1. Since the connecting rod bolts and nuts are torqued using a new procedure, examine them BEFORE reuse. If the bolt threads are "necked
down", replace the bolts.
Necking can be checked by running a nut with fingers to the full length of the bolt's thread. If the nut does not run down smoothly, replace the
bolt.
2. Before installing the nuts, the threads should be oiled with engine oil.
3. Install both nuts on each bolt finger tight, then alternately torque each nut to assemble the cap properly.
4. Tighten the nuts to 20 Nm (14.5 ft. lbs.).
5. Paint a mark on the nut head.
6. Use the painted mark as a reference to paint a mark on the bolt in a position 90° - 100° in the tightening direction of the nut.
7. Tighten the nuts 90° - 100° and then check that the painted mark on the nuts is aligned with that on the bolts.
CAUTION:
1. If the tightening angle is less than 90°, the bolt will be loosened. Be careful to observe the tightening angle.
2. If the tightening angle is more than 100°, remove the nut and repeat the procedure from step (1).
