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Cylinder Block: Assembly

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Fig 1: Applying Oil To Surfaces Of Connecting Rod Bearings
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  1. Apply oil to the surfaces of the connecting rod bearings.
  2. Install connecting rod bearings on connecting rods and connecting rod caps.
  3. Position each connecting rod with the side marked facing forward, and install connecting rod on crankshaft.
  4. Install connecting rod cap with connecting rod nut.

    Ensure the arrow on connecting rod cap faces the front during installation.

    NOTE:
    • Each connecting rod has its own mating cap. Make sure that they are assembled correctly by checking their matching number.
    • When tightening the connecting rod nuts, apply oil on the threads.
  5. Install oil ring spacer, lower rail and upper rail in this order by hand. Then install second ring and top ring with a piston ring expander.
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