[1] –
IMPORTANT:
Pistons must be installed on the same connecting rod they were removed from.
→NOTE:
Apply clean engine oil to all parts during assembly.
Assemble piston to connecting rod with piston size mark (A) on opposite side of connecting rod “punched” alignment mark.
[2] – Install piston pin (F) and retaining snap rings (G).
[3] – Install oil ring expander in bottom ring groove of piston.
[4] – Install oil ring over expander with ring gap opposite (180°) of expander ends.
[5] – Install top two piston rings with punch mark or letter facing up.
a. Install second compression ring. Turn ring until gap is 120° away from oil ring gap.
b. Install first compression ring in top groove. Turn ring until gap is 120° away from second ring gap and from oil ring gap.