Connecting Rod Bend And Torsion

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Bend : Limit 0.15 mm (0.0059 in) per 100 mm (3.94 in) length
Torsion : Limit 0.30 mm (0.0118 in) per 100 mm (3.94 in) length

Fig 1: Checking Connecting Rod Bend
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

If it exceeds the limit, replace connecting rod assembly.

Fig 2: Checking Connecting Rod Torsion
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.