Piston, Pin, and Connecting Rod Replacement: Reassembly
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- Install a piston pin snap ring (A) only on one side.
- Coat the piston pin bore in the piston, the bore in the connecting rod, and the piston pin with new engine oil.
- Heat the piston to about 158°F (70°C).
- Assemble the piston (A) and the connecting rod (B) with the embossed marks (C) on the same side. Install the piston pin (D).NOTE: Apply new engine oil to the piston pin.
- Install the remaining snap ring.
- Reassemble the other pistons the same way.