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Piston: Service and Repair

Disassembly

1. Note:
^ Mark the piston to ensure assembly with the correct connecting rod.
^ Mark the connecting rod to ensure correct orientation to the piston on reassembly.





Remove the piston pin retainers.

2. Note: The piston pins are a floating type piston pin and should not require a press to remove or install them.





Remove the connecting rod.
1. Remove the piston pin.
2. Remove the connecting rod.

Assembly
1. Follow the disassembly procedure in reverse order.