- Install the piston rings.
• | Insert into the pistons with piston ring wrench and "TOP" pointing upwards. |
• | Set the piston ring gap. |
- | First piston ring (right-hand ring) in position (1) |
- | Second piston ring (minute ring) in position (2) |
- | Interim ring of oil scraper ring in position (3), steel band rings of oil scraper ring in position (4 and/or 5) |
Note: Note installation position of the piston in respect of the connection rod.
- Attach the piston to the connection rod.
• | Press the piston pin into the piston and the connection rod by hand. |
• | Insert the retainer in the annular groove on the piston. |
• | Ensure the retainer is firmly seated in the groove. |
- Install the piston with connection rod. Refer to
Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Installation.