
Visually inspect the capscrew threads for damage.
Visually inspect under the capscrew heads for cracks.
Measure the capscrew outside diameters.
Connecting Rod Capscrew O.D.
mm in
14.50 MIN 0.571
14.99 MAX 0.590
Caution: The rod cap alpha-numeric characters must
match the alpha-numeric characters on the connecting
rod and must be installed with the characters aligned to
prevent damage to the connecting rods and crankshaft.
Use clean 15W-40 oil to lubricate the connecting rod
capscrews.
Assemble the rod, the cap, and the capscrews.
Caution: Use a vise with brass jaws to hold the rod.
Notches, scratches, or dents in the I-beam will cause rod
failure.
Tighten the capscrews in alternate sequence to the fol-
lowing torque values:
1. Tighten to 100 N•m [75 ft-lb].
2. Tighten to 264 N•m [195 ft-lb].
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