New Connecting Rod, Separating

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A new connecting rod might not be separated all the way at the predetermined breaking point. If the connecting rod bearing cap cannot be removed by hand, proceed as follows:

-- Label which cylinder goes with the connecting rod -item 11-.

-- Lightly clamp the connecting rod in a vise equipped with aluminum protective pads.

NOTE:

Clamp the connecting rod lightly to prevent damaging it.

Clamp the connecting rod below the dotted line.

-- Loosen the bolts -arrows- approximately five turns.

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-- Carefully tap against the connecting rod bearing cap in direction of -arrow- with a plastic hammer until the cap is loose.

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