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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013EQUINOX AWD V6-3.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECONNECTING ROD BEARING
2013 Chevrolet Equinox AWD V6-3.6L
Connecting Rod Bearing
2013 Chevrolet Equinox AWD V6-3.6LSECTION Connecting Rod Bearing
Connecting Rod Final Assembly Procedure
Install the NEW connecting rod bolts into the connecting rod cap and tighten the NEW connecting rod bolts to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).
Loosen the connecting rod bolts until the torque reading is zero.
Re-tighten the connecting rod bolts.
First Pass
Tighten the connecting rod bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
Final Pass
Tighten the connecting rod bolts an additional 110 degrees using the EN 45059 - meter.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.