JK Cracked rod cap torque
This is from the 2008 factory service manual for the cracked rod caps.
9. Install connecting rod bolts and tighten to 7 N·m (5 ft. lbs) initially. Tighten the bolts an additional 21 N·m (15 ft. lbs.) and then turn each bolt 90° to final clamping load.
9. Install connecting rod bolts and tighten to 7 N·m (5 ft. lbs) initially. Tighten the bolts an additional 21 N·m (15 ft. lbs.) and then turn each bolt 90° to final clamping load.
Last edited by ronjenx; Dec 21, 2012 at 12:58 PM.



