Piston

Piston








Disassembly
1. Remove the piston rings from the piston.
^ Discard the piston rings.
2. Remove the piston pin retainers and the piston pin.
3. Separate the piston from the connecting rod.
4. Clean and inspect the piston and connecting rod.

Assembly

1. NOTE: The connecting rod must be installed into the piston with identification markings toward the front.

Position the connecting rod in the piston.





2. Lubricate the piston pin and pin bore with clean engine oil.
3. Install the piston pin in the piston and connecting rod assembly.
4. Install the piston pin retaining clips in the piston.
5. Lubricate the piston and the new piston rings with clean engine oil.
6. Install the piston rings onto the piston.