Removal And Installation: Installation

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Fig 1: Piston Ring Compression Tool & Driver

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Install the connecting rod and piston complete with upper bearing shell, using a suitable piston ring compression tool and driver (1).

Fig 2: Ensuring Arrow On Crown Of Piston Is Facing To Front Of Engine
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Make sure the arrow (a) on the crown of the piston is facing to the front of the engine.

Fig 3: Connecting Rod Cap & Bolt
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Install the connecting rod cap (1a) complete with bearing shell and tighten the bolts (1b) to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 4: Ensuring Rod Caps Are Installed With Number Stamped On Cap Facing Number Stamped On Rod
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NOTE:
The rod caps must be installed such to the number stamped on them (a) is facing the same side of that stamped on the rod (b).

NOTE:
Each connecting rod must be coupled with the respective cap respecting the numerical references stamped on them; connecting rods and rod caps are not interchangeable.
Install engine oil pick-up tube complete with new gasket and tighten the bolts to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
Install the cylinder head. Refer to CYLINDER HEAD, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Remove the motor support frame.