Connecting Rod: Specifications

Turn the crankshaft until the crankshaft throw is at the bottom of the stroke. Using the special tools, install the piston, connecting rod, and connecting rod bearing assemblies Nos.1 and 4. Tighten the bolts in three stages:
- Stage 1: Tighten to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 43 Nm (32 ft. lbs.).
- Stage 3: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.

Install the piston, connecting rod and connecting rod bearing assemblies Nos.2 and 5. Tighten the bolts in three stages:
- Stage 1: Tighten to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 43 Nm (32 ft. lbs.).
- Stage 3: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.

Install the piston, connecting rod and connecting rod bearing assemblies Nos.3 and 6. Tighten the bolts in three stages:
- Stage 1: Tighten to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 43 Nm (32 ft. lbs.).
- Stage 3: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.