3-40 ENGINE
CONROD/CRANK PIN BEARING ASSEMBLY
• When fitting the bearing to the bearing cap and conrod, be
sure to fix the stopper part 1 first and press in the other end.
• Apply molybdenum oil solution to the crank pin and bearing
surface.
% 99000-25140: SUZUKI MOLY PASTE
• When mounting the conrod on the crankshaft, make sure that
I.D. code 2 of the conrod faces rearward.
• Tighten the conrod fitting nuts with specified torque after ap
plying engine oil to the nut thread.
# Conrod nut
Initial tightening torque: 25 N . m (2.5 kgf . m, 18 0 lb-ft)
Final tightening torque: 51 N . m (5.1 kgf . m, 37.0 lb-ft)
• Check the conrod movement for smooth turning.
CRANKCASE/CRANKSHAFT BEARING SELECTION
• Inspect the crankshaft and crankshaft journal bearings for any
damage.
• Measure the crankshaft journal O.D. 3 by using the special
tool.
! Crankshaft journal O.D. 3
Standard: 47.965 – 47.980 mm (1.8884 – 1.8890 in)
" 09900-20202: Micrometer (25 – 50 mm)