Outer Diameter of Cylinder Head Bolts

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Cylinder head bolts are tightened by plastic zone tightening method. Whenever the size difference between d1 and d2 exceeds the limit, replace the bolts with new ones.
Limit (d1 - d2) : 0.23 mm (0.0091 in) or less
If reduction of outer diameter appears in a position other than d2, use it as d2 point.

Fig 1: Identifying Cylinder Head Bolts Measuring Point
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.