Tightening Torques and Sequences

Main Bearing Cap Torque and Sequence

Tighten the bearing cap bolts is sequence to 29 N-m (3.0 kgf-m, 22 lbf-ft).






Tighten the bearing cap bolts an additional 60 °.






Tighten the 8 mm bolts in sequence to 22 N-m (2.2 kgf-m, 16 lbf-ft).

Rod Bearing Selection

Connecting Rod Big End Bore Code Locations

Each rod falls into one of four tolerance ranges (from 0 to 0.024 mm (0.0009 in.), in 0.006 mm (0.0002 in.) increments) depending on the size of its big end bore. It's then stamped with a number or bar (1, 2, 3, or 4) indicating the range. You may find any combination of 1, 2, 3, or 4 in any engine.

If you can not read the codes, do not scrub them with a wire brush or scraper. Clean them only with solvent or detergent.










Connecting Rod Journal Code Location

The connecting rod journal codes are stamped on the crankshaft.






Use the big end bore codes and rod journal codes to select appropriate replacement bearings from the following table.

NOTE: Color code is on the edge of the bearing.

Crankshaft Pulley Torque

Tighten the bolt to 260 N-m (26.5 kgf-m, 192 lbf-ft). Do not use an impact wrench.

Hold the pulley with the holder handle (A) and the holder attachment (B).

Tighten the bolt with a torque wrench and a heavy duty 19 mm socket (C).