Piston, Pin, and Connecting Rod Replacement: Reassembly

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Install a piston pin snap ring (A) only on one side.

Fig 1: Identifying Piston Pin Snap Ring
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Coat the piston pin bore in the piston, the bore in the connecting rod, and the piston pin with new engine oil.
Heat the piston to about 158°F (70°C).

Fig 2: Heating Piston
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Assemble the piston (A) and the connecting rod (B) with the embossed marks (C) on the same side. Install the piston pin (D).
NOTE: Apply new engine oil to the piston pin.

Fig 3: Identifying Piston & Connecting Rod Mark Location
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Install the remaining snap ring.
Reassemble the other pistons the same way.