Figure 4-29. Installing Piston Pin Retainer Using Tool J23762

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(5) Install bushings (8, figure 4-22) on bolts (7). Apply a small amount of International Compound No. 2 (item

13, Appendix C) or equivalent, to the bolt threads and bolt head contact surface.

(6) Install and tighten the bolts finger tight. Clamp the connecting rod in a vise and tighten the bolts to 55-60b-

ft (75-81 Nm) torque. Do not exceed the torque.

(7) Place a new piston pin retainer in position as shown in figure 4-29. Then place crowned end of installer

J23762 against retainer and strike tool justhard enough to deflect retainer an seat it evenly in the piston.

(8) Install second piston pin retainer in the same manner.

Figure 4-29 .

Installing Piston Pin Retainer Using Tool J23762 .

NOTE

Due to the size of the counterbore in the piston skirt, be careful when installing the piston pin retainers.

Inspect them to be sure they are not buckled and that they are fully seated in thecounterbore. The width

of the land should be even around the retainer.

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