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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 41556 Connecting Rod Guides


    Object Number: 954045  Size: SH
  1. Mark the piston with the number of the cylinder from which the piston is being removed. Also mark the orientation.
  2. Mark the connecting rod and the connecting rod cap with the cylinder position. Also mark the orientation. This will ensure the caps and connecting rods are re-assembled properly.
  3. Remove the connecting rod bolts.
  4. Remove the connecting rod cap and bearing half.

  5. Object Number: 954049  Size: SH
  6. Install J 41556 on the connecting rod.

  7. Object Number: 1657349  Size: SH
  8. Remove the connecting rod and piston assembly. Push out the assembly.
  9. Remove J 41556 .