Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble

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Tools Required

J 24086-C Piston Pin Remover/Installer

WARNING: Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.

Remove the piston rings from the pistons.

Fig 1: Removing Piston Rings
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Press the piston pin from the connecting rod using the J 24086-C .
The piston pin has an interference fit into the connecting rod, and is full floating in the piston.

Fig 2: Pressing Piston Ring From Connecting Rod Using J 24086-C
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Mark, separate, and organize the parts for assembly.

Fig 3: Marking, Separating & Organizing Parts For Assembly
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