Connecting Rod Bearings: Installation

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The connecting rod bearings are precision fit. Refer to ENGINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article for checking clearances or bearing selection.

CAUTION: The connecting rod bearings must be lubricated with clean engine oil prior to installation or damage to the connecting rod bearing may occur.

Fig 1: Locating Connecting Rod Bearings

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Install the connecting rod bearings.

CAUTION: Bearing caps are directional and must be installed exactly as they were removed.

Fig 2: Locating Connecting Rod Bearing Cap & Nuts

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Install the connecting rod bearing cap and 2 nuts.
- Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
Repeat the procedure until all the connecting rod bearings are installed.
Install the oil pan baffle and 7 nuts.

Fig 3: Locating Oil Pan Baffle Nuts
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- Tighten to 32 Nm (24 lb-ft).
Install the oil pan. For additional information, refer to Engine Lubrication Components - Exploded View and Oil Pan - Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) or Oil Pan - Four Wheel Drive (4WD) in this article.