Rodeo LS 2WD V6-3165cc 3.2L SOHC (6VD1) (1997)
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d. Hold the crankshaft to prevent from rotating and bolts in the order shown to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
NOTE:
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Do not reuse the bolt.
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Do not apply oil or thread lock to the bolt.
5. Piston and connecting rod assembly [8]
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Apply engine oil to the cylinder bores, the connecting rod bearings and the crankshaft pins. Check to see that the piston ring end gaps are
correctly positioned.
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Insert the piston/connecting rod assemblies into each cylinder with the piston ring compressor. The front marks must be facing the front of the
engine.
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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 to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
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After tightening the cap nuts, check to see that the crankshaft rotates smoothly.