Separating Parts

Separating Parts

Important: Many internal engine components will develop specific wear patterns on their friction surfaces.

When disassembling the engine, internal components MUST be separated, marked or organized in a way to ensure reinstallation to original location and position.
Separate, mark, or organize the following components:
^ Piston to the specific cylinder bore
^ Piston rings to the piston
^ Connecting rod to the crankshaft journal
^ Connecting rod to the bearing cap
^ Crankshaft and connecting rod bearings
^ Camshaft and valve lifters
^ Valve lifters, guides, pushrods, pivot supports and rocker arms
^ Valve to the valve guide
^ Valve spring and shim to the cylinder head location
^ Engine block crankshaft bearing cap location and direction
^ Oil pump drive and driven gears