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Disassembly And Assembly Of Subassemblies: Piston: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: The connecting rod bolts and nuts cannot be reused.
NOTE: Mark the position of the parts, so they can be installed in their original positions.
  1. Remove the connecting rod bearings from the connecting rod and cap.
  2. Remove the piston rings from the piston.
  3. Using the special tool, press the piston pin out of the connecting rod and piston assembly.
    Fig 1: Pressing Piston Pin Out Of Connecting Rod And Piston Assembly Using Special Tool
    G03947322Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.