Rodeo LS 4WD V6-3.2L (1998)
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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.
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Tighten the nuts.
Torque: 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.)
After tightening the cap nuts, check to see that the crankshaft rotates smoothly.
NOTE: Do not apply engine oil to the bearing back faces.
