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Connecting Rod, Engine






Connecting Rod Bolts
Always replace bolts
First step 30 Nm
Second step Tighten an additional 90° (1/4) turn
Tighten to 30 Nm to measure radial play, do not tighten the additional 90° turn

Connecting Rods
Axial Play
New 0.10 to 0.35 mm
Wear limit 0.4 mm
Radial Clearance
New 0.02 to 0.06 mm
Wear limit 0.09 mm