Engine Disassemble and Assemble
Disassemble Pistons And Connecting Rods 1225-015
Tools Needed
A
B
7S9470 Ring Expander
1
5P8639 Press Group
1
6V2049 Adapter
1
6V3029 Spacer
1
5P8645 Adapter
1
2D2825 Hand Pump
1
8F24 Hose Assembly
1
1P2375 Coupler Assembly
1
1P2376 Coupler Assembly
1
START BY:
a. remove pistons
1. Remove the rings from the pistons with
tool (A).
2. Remove retaining ring (3), piston pin (1)
and connecting rod (2) from the piston.
3. Clean the piston ring grooves on the old piston with.
an acceptable ring groove tool.
4. See Use Of Piston Pin Bearing Removal And
Installation Tools, Special Instruction, Form No.
SMHS7295, for more information about removal and
installation of piston pin bearings.
NOTE: Be sure to remove the bearings from
the crankshaft end of connecting rod.
5. Heat the connecting rod in an oven to a temperature
of 177° to 2600C (3500 to 5000F). Never use a direct
flame to heat a connecting rod.
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