New Connecting Rod, Separating
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New connecting rods might not be completely separated at the predetermined breaking point. If the connecting rod bearing cap cannot be removed by hand, proceed as follows:
-- To prevent damage, only clamp the connecting rod lightly in a vise with protective covers over the jaws as shown.
- Clamp the connecting rod below the dotted line.
-- Remove the bolts -arrows- approximately five turns.
-- Carefully tap the connecting rod bearing cap with a plastic hammer in direction of -arrow- until it comes loose.