Removal And Installation: Pistons: Removing

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-- Secure the engine to the Engine and Transmission Holder VAS6095, refer to ENGINE, SECURING ON ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION HOLDER .

-- Remove the cylinder head, refer to CYLINDER HEAD .

-- Remove the oil pan upper section, refer to OIL PAN UPPER SECTION .

-- Mark the installed position and cylinder allocation.

-- Mark installed position and connecting rod cylinder -item 11.

-- Remove the connecting rod bearing cap and pull the piston and connecting rod upward.

NOTE:

If difficult to move, heat pistons to approximately 60 °C (140 °F).

-- Remove the locking ring from the eye of the piston bolt.

-- Remove the piston pin using the Pilot Drift VW 222A.