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24. Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble

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





1. Disassemble the piston rings. Use a suitable tool in order to expand the rings. the piston rings must not be reused.





2. Using a screwdriver, remove the piston snap rings.





3. Carefully remove the piston pin from the piston and connecting rod.
^ The piston and pin are a matched set.
^ Arrange the pistons, pins, rings, connecting rods and bearings in correct order.