New Connecting Rod, Separating

New connecting rods might not be separated at the location where they should be. If the connecting rod bearing cap cannot be removed by hand, proceed as follows:

-- Label which cylinder goes with the connecting rod -item 11- OVERVIEW - PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD List Item:Connecting Rod.

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

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NOTE:

Clamp the connecting rod lightly to prevent damaging it.

Clamp the connecting rod below the dotted line.

-- Loosen the bolts -arrows- approximately 5 turns.

-- 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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