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 MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 16 (ENGINE MECHANICAL)ENGINE SPECIFICATIONSCONNECTING RODS SPECIFICATIONS
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Connecting Rods Specifications
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Connecting Rods Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Mazda MPV and 2000 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CONNECTING RODS
| Application | In. (mm) | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bore Diameter | ||||||||
| Pin Bore | .82744-.82799 (21.017-21.031 ) | |||||||
| Crankpin Bore | (1) | |||||||
| Center-To-Center Length | 5.4355-5.4488 (138.06-138.40) | |||||||
| Maximum Bend | (2) | |||||||
| Maximum Twist | (3) | |||||||
| Side Play | ||||||||
| Standard | .004-.011 (.10-.30) | |||||||
| Maximum | .013 ( .35) | |||||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.