16. NOTICE: The rod cap installation must keep the same orientation as marked during disassembly or
engine damage may occur.
NOTE: The connecting rod caps are of the "cracked" design and must mate with the connecting rod ends. Excessive bearing clearance will result if not mated correctly.
Install the connecting rod cap and bearing.
Install the new bolts hand tight.
17. Repeat the previous 2 steps for each of the remaining pistons.
18. Tighten the connecting rod bolts. Torque :
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