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CONNECTING RODS CAUTION: Connecting rods must be replaced once NOTE: Do Not lubricate the new connecting rod Connecting rods are supplied in sets of six since they 1. Assemble bearing shells and bearing caps to their respective connecting rods ensuring that the serra- 2. Tighten connecting cap bolts to 20 N·m (15 ft. lbs.). 3. Without loosening connecting rod bolts, tighten all bolts to 40 N·m (30 ft.lbs.). 4. Using a torque angle gauge, tighten each bolt an additional 90°. INSTALLATION PISTON PIN INSTALLATION 1. Secure connecting rod in soft jawed vice. 2. Lubricate piston pin and piston with clean engine oil. 3. Position piston on connecting rod. CAUTION: Ensure arrow on piston crown and the bearing cap numbers on the connecting rod are on the 4. Install piston pin. 5. Install clips in piston to retain piston pin. 9 - 2732 ENGINE - 3.0L TD SERVICE INFORMATION LX |