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3-4 Installing the piston, piston ring, and connecting rod
CAUTION :
Follow the procedure below to install the piston for the purpose of overhaul.
1. Sub-assemble the piston and connecting rod.
2. Assemble the cylinder to the upper case.
(Use the collars and nuts to secure the cylinder.)
3. Start installing the piston on the skirt side.
4. Install the connecting rod on the crank.
Mating positions of the second ring (installed with
the T mark upward) and the side rail (downward)
Mating position of
side rail (upward)
Side rail (upward)
Spacer
Side rail (downward)
Install the oil ring
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Mating position of the
top ring and spacer