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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2009TRIBUTE 4WD L4-2.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECONNECTING ROD, ENGINE
2009 Mazda Tribute 4WD L4-2.5L
Connecting Rod, Engine
2009 Mazda Tribute 4WD L4-2.5LSECTION Connecting Rod, Engine
2.5L Engine
Connecting Rod
Bolt/Nut Torque
Stage 1 25 Nm {2.5 kgf-m, 18 ft-lbf}
Stage 2 Tighten an Additional 90 °
Side Clearance 1.95-3.05 mm (0.076-0.120 in)
Length (center-to-center) 151.8 mm (5.976 in)
Pin Bore diameter 20.965-20.985 mm (0.825-0.826 in)
Crank Bore diameter 55.023-55.047 mm (2.166-2.167 in)
Bearing Clearance 0.027-0.052 mm (0.001-0.002 in)
Bearing thickness 1.496-1.520 mm (0.058-0.059 in)
Connecting Rod
Bolt/Nut Torque
Stage 1 25 Nm {2.5 kgf-m, 18 ft-lbf}
Stage 2 Tighten an Additional 90 °
Side Clearance 1.95-3.05 mm (0.076-0.120 in)
Length (center-to-center) 151.8 mm (5.976 in)
Pin Bore diameter 20.965-20.985 mm (0.825-0.826 in)
Crank Bore diameter 55.023-55.047 mm (2.166-2.167 in)
Bearing Clearance 0.027-0.052 mm (0.001-0.002 in)
Bearing thickness 1.496-1.520 mm (0.058-0.059 in)
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.