
Fig. 53: Installing Piston Using J 8037
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
5. Install the
J 8037
onto the piston and compress the piston rings.
6. Install the piston, pin, and connecting rod assembly into the cylinder bore. Hold the piston ring
compressor firmly against the engine block. Using a wooden hammer handle, lightly tap the top of the
piston until all the piston rings have entered the cylinder bore.
IMPORTANT: The piston alignment mark MUST face the front of the engine block.
2004 Chevrolet Corvette
2004 ENGINE PERFORMANCE Engine Mechanical (Repair Instructions 3 Of 3) - 5.7L - Corvette
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