Pic. 2.184. Connecting rod: 1 - pin; 2 - bolt with tightening torque in the plastic zone
connecting rods (pic. 2.184) Manufactured from high strength steel to reduce weight. Connecting rod bearings are coated aluminum. Connecting rod bolts are used with tightening torque in the plastic zone. The mating surfaces of the connecting rod and cap are provided with dowel pin holes to minimize shifting of the connecting rod caps during assembly.