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16. Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble




Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble

Tools Required

J 43654 Piston Pin Retainer Remover/Installer




1. Mark orientation of the piston to the connecting rod.




2. Remove the piston rings using a piston ring expander.




3. Remove the connecting rod bearing inserts.




4. Use J 43654 to remove the piston pin retainers.
5. Remove the piston pin. The pin is a full-floating style and should slide from the piston.
6. Remove the piston from the connecting rod.