Tightening Torques & Sequences

Rod Bearing Cap
Tighten connecting rod bolt as follows:
Apply engine oil to the threads and seats of connecting rod bolts.
Tighten bolts.
Torque 18.6 - 20.6 Nm (1.9 - 2.1 kg-m, 14 - 15 ft-lb)





Then tighten all bolts 90 to 95 degrees clockwise [target: 90 degrees (Angle tightening)].

CAUTION: Always use angle wrench [SST: KV10112100 (BT8653-A)]. Avoid tightening based on visual check alone.

After tightening bolt, make sure that crankshaft rotates smoothly.
Check the connecting rod side clearance.

CONNECTING ROD BOLT OUTER DIAMETER (A/T MODELS)

CAUTION: Do not reuse connecting rod bolt for M/T models. Replace it with a new one.





^ Measure the outer diameter "d" at position shown in the figure.
^ If reduction appears in a position other than "d", regard it as "d".
Standard 7.90 - 8.00 mm (0.3110 - 0.3150 in)
Limit 7.75 mm (0.3051 in)
^ When "d" exceeds the limit (when it becomes thinner), replace bolt with new one.