
KENR6932
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Disassembly and Assembly Section
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Illustration 296
3.
The connecting rod and the connecting rod
cap should have an etched number (X) on the
side. The number on the connecting rod and
the connecting rod cap must match. Ensure that
connecting rod (1) and connecting rod cap (2)
are marked for the correct location. If necessary,
make a temporary mark on the connecting rod
and the connecting rod cap in order to identify the
cylinder number.
Note:
Do not stamp the connecting rod assembly.
Stamping or punching the connecting rod assembly
could cause the connecting rod to fracture.
4.
Remove bolts (3) and connecting rod cap (2) from
connecting rod (1).
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5.
Carefully push piston (4) and the connecting rod
out of the cylinder bore. Lift piston (4) out of the
top of the cylinder block.
Note:
Do not push on the fracture split surfaces of
the connecting rod as damage may result.
6.
Repeat Steps 1 through 5 for the remaining
pistons and connecting rods.
Note:
Fracture split connecting rods should not
be left without the connecting rod caps installed.
Temporarily install connecting rod cap (2) and bolts
(3) to connecting rod (1) when the assembly is out
of the engine. Ensure that the etched number on
connecting rod cap matches the etched number on
connecting rod . Ensure the correct orientation of the
connecting rod cap . The locating tab for the upper
bearing shell and the lower bearing shell should be
on the same side. Tighten bolts (3) to a torque of
20 N·m (14 lb ft).
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Pistons and Connecting Rods
- Disassemble
Disassembly Procedure
Table 69
Required Tools
Tool
Part
Number
Part Description
Qty
A
-
Circlip Pliers
1
B
-
Piston Ring Expander
1
Start By:
a.
Remove the pistons and the connecting rods.
Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, “Piston and
Connecting Rods - Remove”.
Note:
Make a temporary mark on the components
of the piston and connecting rod assembly. This
will ensure that the components of each piston and
connecting rod assembly can be reinstalled in the
original cylinder. Mark the underside of the piston on
the front pin boss. Do not interchange components.
NOTICE
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.
Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened
component life.