INSTALLATION - TM-9-2815-221-34-P0160

CONNECTING ROD AND PISTON ASSEMBLY REPAIR (CONTINUED)

Turn crankshaft so journal for piston to be installed is at

bottom center position.

Place connecting rod and piston assembly into cylinder bore

until ring compressor rests on cylinder block surface.

Rotate piston and ring compressor so mark on piston top

faces front of engine.

NOTE

Guide connecting rod to prevent damaging

crankshaft journal and to ensure rod is firmly

seated on journal.

Using a wood dowel gently tap piston down into cylinder.

Remove piston ring compressor.

CAUTION

Make sure witness marks on connecting rod and

INSTALLATION

rod cap are properly

A Coat piston, rings and cylinder walls with oil (item 16, Appx C).

Secure connecting rod cap and bearing (2) to connecting rod

B Install ring compressor over piston and tighten.

(3) with self-locking bolts (l).

C Remove two bolts(l).

Tighten bolts (1) evenly to 27-29

D Separate connecting rod cap

from connecting rod (3).

Rotate crankshaft to check for binding.

E Apply film of oil (item 16, Appx C) to connecting rod bear-

Repeat steps A-M for remaining connecting rod and piston

ing surfaces.

assembly.

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