Pistons, Piston Rings, Connecting Rods and Cylinders Disassembly and Assembly: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Suzuki Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Using piston ring expander, remove two compression rings (Top and 2nd) and oil ring from piston.
Remove piston pin from connecting rod.
- Ease out piston pin circlips (1), as shown.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Piston Pin Circlips
  Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
- Force piston pin out.
Fig 2: Forcing Piston Pin Out
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.