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Connecting Rod, Engine






Connecting Rod Bolts
Always replace bolts
First step 45 Nm
Second step Tighten an additional 90° (1/4) turn
Tighten to 30 Nm to measure the radial play, do not tighten the additional torque

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