New Connecting Rod, Separating
New connecting rods might not be completely separated at the predetermined breaking point. If the connecting rod bearing cap cannot be removed by hand, Proceed As Follows:
-- Mark which cylinder belongs to the connecting rod -item ) OVERVIEW - PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD.
-- Lightly clamp the connecting rod in a vise equipped with aluminum protective pads.
NOTE:
Only Clamp The Connecting Rod Lightly To Avoid Damaging It.
Clamp The Connecting Rod Below The Dotted Line.
-- Loosen both bolts -arrows- about five turns.
-- Carefully tap against the connecting rod bearing cap in the direction of -arrow- with a plastic hammer until the cap is loose.