MPV ES 4WD V6-3.0L SOHC (1997)
Connecting Rod: Specifications
Connecting Rod Nut
Connecting
Rod Cap
Nuts...................................................................................................................................................27.0 - 31.8 Nm {2.75 - 3.25 kgf/m, 19.9 - 23.5 ft. lbs.}
NOTES:
a. Tighten the connecting rod cap nuts to the above specification.
b. Put a paint mark on each nut head.
c.
Using the paint mark as a reference, tighten the nuts 82.5° - 97.5°.
d.
Verify that the crankshaft rotates smoothly by hand.