Piston and Connecting Rod Assemble

TOOL REQUIRED
^ J 24086-C Piston Pin Remover/Installer






WARNING: Handle the piston carefully. Worn piston rings are sharp and may cause bodily injury.

1. Place the piston and connecting rod into the Piston Pin Remover/Installer Set.

CAUTION: Ensure that the arrow on top of the piston faces towards the front of the engine.

2. Coat the piston pin with clean engine oil.
3. Press the piston pin into place.
4. Inspect the piston for freedom of movement.
5. Install the following parts of the oil control ring assembly:
^ The expander
^ The lower oil control ring
^ The upper oil control ring

CAUTION: Use a piston ring expander to install the piston rings. The rings may be damaged if expanded more than necessary. In order to provide an effective compression seal, the ring gaps must be staggered.

6. Install the upper and lower compression ring with the manufacturer's mark facing up.