Disassembly
REMOVE PISTON RINGS
1. Using a piston ring expander, remove the 2 compression rings.
2. Remove the 2 side rails and oil ring expander by hand.
NOTE: Arrange the piston rings in correct order only.
DISCONNECT CONNECTING ROD FROM PISTON
1. Using a small screwdriver, remove the 2 snap rings.
2. Gradually heat the piston to about 80° C (176° F).
3. Using a plastic-faced hammer and brass bar, lightly tap out the piston pin and remove the connecting rod.
NOTE:
- The piston and pin are a matched set.
- Arrange the pistons, pins, rings, connecting rods and bearings in the correct order.