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Piston, Connecting Rod, And Bearings (Unit Repair) Removal: Removal

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  1. Rotate crankshaft to a position where the connecting rod bolts are most accessible.
  2. Mark connecting rod and cap with the cylinder position. Also mark their orientation. This will ensure that caps and connecting rods are re-assembled properly.
  3. Remove any ridge at the top of cylinder bore to avoid damage to the piston ring lands.
  4. Remove connecting rod bolts.
    Fig 1: Removing Connecting Rod Bolts
    G01039535Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove connecting rod cap.
  6. Install Connecting Rod Guide J41742-SAT2 in the connecting rod bolt holes before removing piston and connecting rod assembly.
  7. Remove piston and connecting rod assembly.
  8. Complete steps 2 through 7 for remaining pistons and connecting rods.
    Fig 2: Removing Piston And Connecting Rod Assembly
    G01039536Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.