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Assemble the bearing cap on the connecting rod by aligning it with the mark put during removal. If a new connecting rod without a mating mark is used, assemble so that the detent notch of the bearing is on the same side as illustrated.

Fig 1: Identifying Detent Notch Of Bearing And Cylinder Number
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
Make sure that clearance of the thrust of the connecting rod big end is appropriate.
Standard value: 0.10 - 0.25 mm (0.004 - 0.010 inch)

Limit: 0.4 mm (0.02 inch)

Fig 2: Measuring Connecting Rod Big End Thrust Clearance
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.