Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA2008TL V6-3.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLYCONNECTING ROD, ENGINE
2008 Acura TL V6-3.2L
Connecting Rod, Engine
2008 Acura TL V6-3.2LSECTION Connecting Rod, Engine
Connecting Rod
Tightening Torque 20 N.m (2.0 kgf-m, 15 lbf-ft) + 90°
Each connecting rod falls into one of four tolerance ranges from 0 to 0.024 mm (0.0009 in.), in 0.006 mm (0.0002 in.) increments, depending on the size of its big end bore.
It's then stamped with a number or bar (1, 2, 3, or 4/I, II, III, or IIII) indicating the range. You may find any combination of 1, 2, 3, or 4/I, II, III, or IIII in any engine.
Normal bore size 58.0 mm (2.28 in.)
Small-end bore size 21.970 -21.976 mm (0.8650 - 0.8652 in.)
Tightening Torque 20 N.m (2.0 kgf-m, 15 lbf-ft) + 90°
Each connecting rod falls into one of four tolerance ranges from 0 to 0.024 mm (0.0009 in.), in 0.006 mm (0.0002 in.) increments, depending on the size of its big end bore.
It's then stamped with a number or bar (1, 2, 3, or 4/I, II, III, or IIII) indicating the range. You may find any combination of 1, 2, 3, or 4/I, II, III, or IIII in any engine.
Normal bore size 58.0 mm (2.28 in.)
Small-end bore size 21.970 -21.976 mm (0.8650 - 0.8652 in.)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.