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>> F << Connecting Rod Cap Installation

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  1. Verifying the mark made during disassembly, install the bearing cap to the connecting rod. If the connecting rod is new with no index mark, make sure that the bearing locking notches are on the same side as shown.
    Fig 1: Identifying Connecting Rod Notch And Cylinder Number
    G09663901
  2. Make sure that the connecting rod big end side clearance meets the specification.

    Standard value: 0.10 - 0.25 mm (0.004 - 0.009 inch) 

    Limit: 0.4 mm (0.02 inch) 

    Fig 2: Checking Connecting Rod Big End Side Clearance
    G09663902