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Disassembly And Assembly Of Subassemblies: Piston: Disassembly

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    NOTE: Mark the piston to ensure assembly with the correct connecting rod.
    NOTE: Mark the connecting rod to ensure correct orientation to the piston on reassembly.
    Fig 1: Removing Piston Pin Retainers
    G01537850Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Remove the piston pin retainers.
  2. NOTE: The piston pins are a floating type piston pin and should not require a press to remove or install them.
    Fig 2: Removing Connecting Rod
    G01537851Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the connecting rod.
    1. Remove the piston pin.
    2. Remove the connecting rod.