Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Reference: PISTON, CONNECTING ROD, AND BEARING REMOVAL .

Special Tool

EN-46745 Piston Pin Clip Remover/Installer

Fig 1: Removing Piston Rings Using Piston Ring Expander

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CAUTION: You must use a piston ring expander to remove and install the piston rings. Only expand the rings far enough to fit over the piston lands. If the rings are overexpanded, the top ring will shatter and the others will distort.

Remove the piston rings using a piston ring expander. Place each ring in a clean shop towel for storage.

Fig 2: Identifying Piston Pin Retainer
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NOTE:
- The connecting rod is non-directional and may be assembled/reassembled to the piston in either direction.
- DO NOT reuse the piston pin retainers.
Using the EN-46745, remove the piston pin retainers by using the removal access notch (1) in the side of the piston. Discard the piston pin retainers.

Fig 3: Identifying Piston Pin
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Slide the piston pin out of the piston. The piston will disconnect from the connecting rod.

Reference: PISTON, CONNECTING ROD, AND BEARINGS CLEANING AND INSPECTION .