Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2007 Manual page 83

2006-08 ENGINE Mechanical - Overhaul - 2.0L (LF) & 2.3L (L3) - Mazda6 & MX-5 Miata
Fig. 82: Installing Connecting Rod Bearing
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Connecting Rod Cap Assembly Note
CAUTION:
1. Tighten the connecting rod bolts in two steps using the SST (49 D032 316).
Tightening torque
1. 26-32 N.m
{2.7-3.2 kgf.m, 19.2-23.6 ft.lbf}
2. 80°-100°
Balancer Unit Assembly Note
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
When assembling the connecting rod caps, align the broken, rough
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faces of the connecting rods and connecting rod caps.