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Connecting Rod: Service and Repair

Fig. 39 Piston & Connecting Rod Assembly:





Fig. 40 Piston & Connecting Rod Assembly. 1989 Turbo Models:





Fig. 41 Piston & Connecting Rod Assembly. 1990 Turbo Models:






When installing piston and rod assembly, valve cut must face toward manifold side of engine, Fig. 39 through 41.


Connecting rod side clearance should be 0.005 - 0.013 inch.