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Piston - Pin Connecting Rod, Press Fit: Disassembly

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    NOTE: Use a suitable ring expander to remove piston rings to prevent damage.
    Fig 1: Removing Piston Rings
    G01592492Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Remove the piston rings one at a time starting with the top compression ring and finishing with the lower oil control ring.
    2. NOTE: Take note of piston connecting rod assembly and mark the piston (6110) and the connecting rod (6205) to make sure of correct orientation during reassembly.
    Fig 2: Pressing Piston Pin
    G01592493Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Using the special tool, press the piston pin (6135) out of the piston and connecting rod assembly.
  3. Remove the connecting rod (6205) from the piston (6110).
    Fig 3: Removing Connecting Rod From Piston
    G01592494Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Clean and inspect the piston and the connecting rod. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
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