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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.