40. Piston and Connecting Rod Assemble

1. Coat the piston pin with oil.
2. Install one piston pin retainer into the retaining groove.
3. Install the connecting rod and piston pin. The connecting rod can be installed in either direction. Push the piston pin in until it bottoms against the installed piston pin retainer.
4. Install the second piston pin retainer.
5. Ensure the piston pin moves freely.

Important: To provide an effective compression seal, the ring gaps must be staggered.

Notice: Use a piston ring expander to install the piston rings. The rings may be damaged if expanded more than necessary.





6. Install the following components of the bottom ring assembly (oil control ring):
6.1. The expander
6.2. The lower oil control ring
6.3. The upper oil control ring





7. Install the middle ring (compression ring) with the manufacturer's mark facing up.
8. Install the top ring (compression ring).