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Connecting Rod, Engine


Connecting Rod Bolt 30 Nm plus additional 1/4 turn (90°) further Replace
Connecting Rod Bearing shell
Axial clearance
New 0.05 0.35 mm
Wear limit 0.40 mm
Check radial clearance with Plastigage
New 0.02 0.07 mm,
Wear limit 0.10 mm.
Do not turn crankshaft when checking radial clearance