Disassembly And Assembly Of Subassemblies: Piston: Assembly

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NOTE: Connecting rod must be installed into piston with identification markings toward front.

Fig 1: Identifying Marking On Connecting Rod For Correct Installing Of Connecting Rod Into Piston

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Position the connecting rod in the piston.
Lubricate the piston pin and pin bore with clean engine oil.

Fig 2: Lubricating Piston Pin And Pin Bore With Clean Engine Oil
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Install the piston pin in the piston and connecting rod assembly.

Fig 3: Installing Piston Pin In Piston And Connecting Rod Assembly
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Install the piston pin retaining clips in the piston.

Fig 4: Installing Piston Pin Retaining Clips In Piston
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