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Piston and Connecting Rod Assemble

1. Install the piston rings.

•	Insert into the pistons with piston ring spanner and "TOP" pointing upwards.

•	Set the piston ring gap.

-	First piston ring (right-hand ring) in position (1)

-	Second piston ring (minute ring) in position (2)

-	Interim ring of oil scraper ring in position (3), steel band rings of oil scraper ring in position (4 and/or 5)

Note: Note installation position of the piston in respect of the connection rod.

2. Attach the piston to the connection rod.

•	Press the gudgeon pin into the piston and the connection rod by hand.

•	Insert the retainer in the annular groove on the piston.

•	Ensure the retainer is firmly seated in the groove.

3. Install the piston with connection rod. Refer to Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Installation .