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PISTONS
4. Check:
• Piston-pin-to-small-end-bearing-to-
connecting-rod free play
(at the small end of the connecting rod
as shown)
Free play/wear at the small end
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Replace the piston pin, connecting rod,
small end bearing, or all parts.
Piston installation
1. Install:
• Top ring
• 2nd ring
NOTE:
Install the piston rings with the manufacturer’s
marks or numbers facing up.