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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 43654 Piston Pin Retaining Clip Remover/Installer


    Object Number: 637736  Size: SH
  1. Lubricate the piston pin with clean engine oil.
  2. Install one of the piston pin retainers into the retainer groove.

  3. Object Number: 637738  Size: SH
  4. Install the connecting rod and piston pin. Push the piston pin in until it bottoms against the installed piston pin retainer.

  5. Object Number: 637736  Size: SH
  6. Install the second piston pin retainer.

  7. Object Number: 654717  Size: SH

    Important: The piston ring end gaps must be staggered 90 degrees apart.

    Notice: Use a piston ring expander to install the piston rings. The rings may be damaged if expanded more than necessary.

  8. Install the following components of the bottom ring assembly (oil control ring).
  9. 5.1. The expander
    5.2. The lower oil control ring
    5.3. The upper oil control ring

    Object Number: 4967  Size: SH
  10. Install the middle ring - compression ring with the manufacturers mark facing up.
  11. Install the top ring.