FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Press Fit


Special Tools:







Disassembly





1. Use the Piston Pin Tool to press the piston pin out from the connecting rod and piston assembly.





2. Remove the connecting rod from the piston.
3. Clean and inspect the connecting rod and piston.


Assembly





1. Lubricate the piston pin and piston pin bore. Use Ford Super Premium SAE 5W30 Motor Oil XO-5W30-QSP or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G.





2. NOTE: The connecting rod can be installed in either direction.

Position the piston pin in the bore aligned with the connecting rod bore.





3. Use the Piston Pin Tool to press the piston pin into the piston and rod assembly.