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Piston, Connecting Rod Assembly Note

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  1. Position the end gap of each ring as indicated in the figure.
    Fig 1: Positioning Piston Ring End Gaps
    G02831169Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Insert the piston and connecting rod into the cylinder with the arrow mark to front of the engine.
    Fig 2: Installing Piston
    G02831170Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.