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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 - piston pin retainer remover/installer 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.