Piston And Connecting Rod
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Check the connecting rod journal for excessive wear, taper and scoring. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Check the connecting rod for signs of twist or bending.
Check the piston for taper and elliptical shape before it is fitted into the cylinder bore. See STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Check the piston for scoring, or scraping marks in the piston skirts. Check the ring lands for cracks and/or deterioration.