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Connecting Rod Inspection

Measure each connecting rod for bending and distortion. Replace the connecting rod as necessary.

Bending 

0.05 mm {0.0020 in} max./50 mm {1.97 in} 

Distortion 

0.05 mm {0.0020 in} max./50 mm {1.97 in} 

Center-To-Center Distance 

135.15-135.25 mm {5.3209-5.3247 in} 

Fig 1: Checking Connecting Rod For Distortion
G00395618Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.