Fig. 78: Tightening Sequence Of Main Bearing Cap Bolts
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Piston Ring Assembly Note
1. Install the two oil control ring segments and spacer.
2. Verify that the second ring is installed with scraper face side downward.
3. Verify that the top ring is installed with scraper face side inner of upper.
Fig. 79: Identifying Piston Rings
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Piston Assembly Note
1. Position the end gap of each ring as indicated in the figure.
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