| Free length (center to center) | - | 137.8 to 137.9 |
| Bend (per 50mm of length) | - | 0.05 |
| Distortion (twist) per 50mm of length | - | 0.075 |
| Connecting rod side clearance | Standard | 0.178 to 0.330 |
| Maximum | 0.40 | |
| Connecting rod bearing oil clearance | Standard | 0.023 to 0.043 |
| Maximum | 0.08 |
Connecting Rod
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