Piston and Connecting Rod Assemble

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Fig 1: Piston Ring Positions

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Install the piston rings.
- Insert into the pistons with piston ring wrench and TOP pointing upwards.
- Set the piston ring gap.
  - First piston ring (right-hand ring) in position (1)
  - Second piston ring (minute ring) in position (2)
  - Interim ring of oil scraper ring in position (3), steel band rings of oil scraper ring in position (4 and/or 5)

NOTE: Note installation position of the piston in respect of the connection rod.

Attach the piston to the connection rod.
1. Press the piston pin into the piston and the connection rod by hand.
2. Insert the retainer in the annular groove on the piston.
3. Ensure the retainer is firmly seated in the groove.
Install the piston with connection rod. Refer to Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Installation .