New Connecting Rod, Separating

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. Refer to -Item  ) OVERVIEW - PISTONS AND CONNECTING ROD - List Item: Connecting Rod.

-- Tension the connecting rod -1- under the dotted line in a vise equipped with aluminum protective pads.

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-- Loosen both bolts -2- approximately five 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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