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Piston And Connecting Rod

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INSPECTION 

Check the connecting rod journal for excessive wear, taper and scoring. Refer to ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Check the connecting rod for signs of bend or twist.

Check the piston for taper and elliptical shape before it is fitted into the cylinder bore. Refer to ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Check the piston for scoring or scraping marks in the piston skirts. Check the ring lands for cracks and/or deterioration.