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Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Removal

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    Fig 1: Removing & Installing Connecting Rod Caps
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  1. Rotate the crankshaft until the rod bearing cap bolts are accessible.
  2. Remove the rod bearing cap bolts.
  3. Remove the rod bearing cap.
  4. Remove the lower rod bearing.
    5. Fig 2: Identifying Rod Cap & Rod
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    IMPORTANT: Re-install the rod cap to the rod when the piston is removed from the engine block. The rod and cap are not interchangeable. The mating surfaces must be protected from damage.
  5. Use a block of wood or use a soft material to drive each piston out of the block.
  6. Remove the upper rod bearing.
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