Connecting Rod Final Assembly Procedure

1. Install the connecting rod end cap on its original connecting rod making sure the bearing lock tangs are aligned on the same side of the rod. When properly installed, the connecting rod bearing cap notches should be paired, as shown, on the crankpin.





2. Lubricate the connecting rod bolts with engine oil and install in the connecting rod.
^ Tighten the connecting rod bolts to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).

3. Loosen the connecting rod bolts until the torque reading is zero.
4. Re-tighten the connecting rod bolts.
4.1. First Pass
^ Tighten the connecting rod bolts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).

4.2. Final Pass
^ Using the J 36660, tighten the connecting rod bolts an additional 110 degrees.





5. During and after installation, check to make sure each piston is positioned properly in the correct cylinder. The locating arrow on the the top each piston must be pointing toward the front of the engine.
6. Repeat these procedures for the remaining piston/connecting rod assemblies using the J 39946 in order to rotate the crankshaft.