GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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GMC_Truck
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2001
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Sonoma Pickup - 4WD
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Engine
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Engine Mechanical - 6.6L
🢒 Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble
Tools Required
J 43654
Piston Pin Retainer Remover/Installer
Mark orientation of the piston to the connecting rod.
Remove the piston rings using a piston ring expander.
Remove the connecting rod bearing inserts.
Use
J 43654
to remove the piston pin retainers.
Remove the piston pin. The pin is a full-floating style and should slide from the piston.
Remove the piston from the connecting rod.