ENGINE 3-65
• Apply engine oil to the thread portion and bearing surface of
the bolts.
• Tighten the conrod cap bolts in the following two steps.
Conrod cap bolt: 15 N·m (1.5 kgf-m, 11.0 lbf-ft)
then turn 90° (1/4 turn) clockwise
CRANKSHAFT JOURNAL BEARING
INSPECTION
• Inspect each bearing of upper and lower crankcases for any
damage.
SELECTION
• Place the plastigage axially along the crankshaft journal,
avoiding the oil hole, as shown.
09900-22301: Plastigage (0.025 – 0.076 mm)
