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Disassembly & Assembly

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  1. Remove the piston pin retainers.
    NOTE: Mark the connecting rod and piston to make sure correct orientation on reassembly.
    Fig 1: Identifying Piston Pin Retainers
    G01549770Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the connecting rod.
    NOTE: The piston pins are a floating type piston pin and should not require a press to remove or install them.
    1. Remove the piston pin.
    2. Remove the connecting rod.
    Fig 2: Removing Piston Pin & Connecting Rod
    G01549771Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.