Stanza L4-2389cc 2.4L SOHC MFI (KA24E) (1991)
Connecting Rod: Testing and Inspection
Connecting Rod Bend And Torsion
BEND AND TORSION
Bend:
Limit 0.15 mm (0.0059 in)
per 100 mm (3.94 in) length
Torsion:
Limit 0.30 mm (0.0118 in)
per 100 mm (3.94 in) length
If it exceeds the limit, replace connecting rod assembly.
CONNECTING ROD BEARING (Big end)
Method A (Using micrometer)
1. Install connecting rod bearing to connecting rod and cap.
2. Install connecting rod cap to connecting rod.
Tighten bolts to: 14 to 16 N-m (10 to 12 ft.lb.)
Then tighten bolts 60 to 65 degrees clockwise with an angle wrench, or if an angle wrench is not available, tighten them to: 38 to 44 N-m (28
to 33 ft.lb.)
Inner Diameter - Connecting Rod
3. Measure inner diameter "C" of each bearing.