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Volvo 610, 630, 710, 730, 731 — Connecting Rod Gudgeon Pin Bushing Changing

For the Volvo 610, 630, 710, 730, 731.

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Before you start

  • On 710, 730, 731 the little end of the connecting rods is trapezoidal. The bushing must be line-bored after changing.

Procedure

  1. Before changing the gudgeon pin bushing, check the connecting rod for cracks, straightness and warp.
  2. A cracked, bent or warped connecting rod should be scrapped.
  3. Use a new gudgeon pin and measure to specifications.

Tools required

  • Special tools: (610, 630): 1801, 2669
  • Special tools: (710, 730, 731): 1801, 2497

Specs & torque values

  • New gudgeon pin
  • 710, 730, 731: Bushing must be line-bored after changing

Source: manual:VOLVO PENTA Workshop Manual TWD610GP TD630ME TWD630ME TWD710GP TD730ME TWD730ME TWD731ME TAD730GP 1996.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.