Removal & Installation

Disassemble oil pan and related parts. See OIL PAN REMOVAL . Check to ensure that connecting rods and rod caps are marked correctly to reinstall in correct location. Remove carbon ridge from cylinder bores. Remove connecting rods with pistons, replace connecting rod caps on respective connecting rods. To reassemble, lubricate all internal surfaces with engine oil before assembly. Make sure that notch in piston crown is facing front of engine, connecting rod marking should face away from camshaft side. Use suitable installing ring (SVO-2823 or equivalent) to fit piston and connecting rod assembly into block. Tap lightly on piston dome with wooden handle while guiding connecting rod onto crankshaft. Secure and tighten all nuts and bolts. Reassemble in reverse of removal procedure.