Connecting Rod: Service and Repair

Fig. 10 Piston Ring Installation.:

Fig. 11 Piston Measurements:

When installing piston and rod assemblies in the cylinders, align ring rail gaps and expander gaps as shown in Fig. 10.
Ensure ID mark on each compression ring is facing toward top of the piston.

Immerse the piston head and rings in clean engine oil and, with a suitable piston ring compressor, insert the piston and rod assembly into the bore. Tap the piston down into the bore, using the handle of a hammer.

Refer to Fig. 11, for piston specifications.