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52. Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble



Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble

Tools Required
^ J43654 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 J43654 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.