Disassembly And Assembly Of Subassemblies: Piston: Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford F-550 Super Duty, 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty, 2018 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and 2018 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
If the piston and connecting rod are to be reinstalled, they must be assembled in the same orientation. Mark the piston orientation to the connecting rod for reassembly.
- Remove and discard the piston rings.
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NOTE: The piston pins are a floating type piston pin and should not require a press to remove or install them.
- Remove and discard the piston pin retainers.
- Remove the piston pin.
- Remove the piston from the connecting rod.
- Inspect the piston and the connecting rod. Refer to: Piston Inspection .