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Piston Pin Replacement

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  1. Note reference mark on top of piston and connecting rod. See Figure. Using Piston Pin Setting Tool (MIT216941), remove pin. See PISTON PIN SETTING TOOL IDENTIFICATION  table.
  2. Inspect piston for cracks and damage. Measure ring side clearance. Replace piston if not within specification. See appropriate PISTONS, PINS & RINGS table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS .
  3. Measure connecting rod for bend and twist. Replace connecting rod if twist exceeds specifications. See CONNECTING RODS  table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
    NOTE: Install piston with reference mark aligned with connecting rod reference mark. See Figure.
  4. Position piston onto connecting rod. Align reference marks on top of piston and connecting rod. See Figure. Lubricate all components with oil. Press piston pin into piston and connecting rod. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure piston pin is centered in piston.
PISTON PIN SETTING TOOL IDENTIFICATION

Application Tool No.
Base MIT310134
Connecting Rod Guide Pin MIT310137
Connecting Rod Guide Pin MIT310138
Connecting Rod Guide Pin MIT310139
Connecting Rod Guide Pin MIT310141
Nut 10396
Piston Support MIT310136
Piston Support MIT310140
Piston Support MIT310142
Press Pin MIT48143
Stop Screw 216943