Rodeo (4WD) V6-3165cc 3.2L SOHC (6VD1) (1993)
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Check to see that the piston ring end gaps are correctly positioned (Fig. 6A-90).
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Insert the piston/connecting rod assemblies into each cylinder with the piston ring compressor.
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The front marks must be facing the front of the engine (Fig. 6A-91).
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Match the numbered caps with the numbers on the connecting rods. Align the punched marks on the connecting rods and caps.
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Apply engine oil to the threads and seating faces of the nuts. Tighten the nuts torque N.m (lb.ft) 54 (40)
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After tightening the cap nuts, check to see that the crankshaft rotates smoothly.
7. Oil gallery
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Tighten the bolts in 2 steps, in the order shown (Fig. 6A-92).
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1st step N.m (lb.ft) 29 (22) 2nd step 55° - 65°
6. Crankcase side bolts