Disassembly And Assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Mark the connecting rod and piston to make sure of correct orientation on reassembly.

Remove the piston pin retainers.

Fig 1: Piston Pin Retainer

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: The piston pins are a floating-type and should not require a press to remove or install them.

Remove the connecting rod.
1. Remove the piston pin.
2. Remove the connecting rod.

Fig 2: Piston Pin & Connecting Rod

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
- Lubricate the connecting rod piston pin bore, piston pin bore and piston pin with clean engine oil prior to assembly.