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General Procedure

NOTE: For specifications refer to the appropriate engine mechanical article. For 2.0L GTDI, refer to the GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS , or for 3.5L Ti-VCT, refer to the GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS tables.
  1. Tighten the bolts to specification, then measure the bore in 2 directions. The difference is the connecting rod bore out-of-round. Verify the out-of-round is within specification.
    Fig 1: Identifying Connecting Rod Large End Bore Measuring Directions
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