Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 GMC Acadia. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Rotate the crankshaft to a position where the connecting rod bolts are the most accessible.
- Mark the connecting rod and cap with the cylinder position. Also mark their orientation. This will ensure the caps and connecting rods are re-assembled properly.
- Remove any ridge at the top of the cylinder bore to avoid damage to the piston ring lands.
- Remove and discard the connecting rod bolts (2).
- Remove the connecting rod cap (1).
- Remove the piston and connecting rod assembly (1).