Separating new conrod

On a new conrod, it is possible that the breaking point has not fully separated. If the conrod bearing cap cannot be removed by hand, proceed as follows:

• Mark cylinder allocation of conrod ⇒ Item 11 (4.1 Assembly overview - pistons and conrods).

• Gently clamp conrod, as shown in illustration, in a vice with soft aluminium jaws.

• Unscrew the two bolts -arrows- approx. 5 turns.

• Using a plastic hammer, carefully knock against conrod bearing cap in -direction of arrow- until it is loose.