Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Connecting Rod: Specifications

Piston pin installation force 2,450 - 12,255 N (250 - 1,250 kg, 551 - 2,755 lb)

Side clearance (big end)
Specification 0.10 - 0.25 mm (0.0039 - 0.0098 inch)
Limit 0.4 mm (0.016 inch)

Bend 0.05 mm or less/100 mm (0.0020 in. or less/3.937 inch)

Bearing oil clearance
Specification 0.018 - 0.036 mm (O.0007 - 0.0014 inch)
Limit 0.1 mm (0.004 inch)


TIGHTENING TORQUE
Connecting rod bolt 16 - 20 Nm (12 - 15 ft. lbs.) + 90 - 94°