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Piston, Pin, and Connecting Rod Replacement: Reassembly

  1. Install a piston pin snap ring (A) only on one side
    Fig 1: Installing Piston Pin Snap Ring
    G05987057Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Coat the piston pin bore in the piston, the bore in the connecting rod, and the piston pin with new engine oil
  3. Heat the piston to about 158°F (70°C)
    Fig 2: Heating Piston
    G05987058Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Assemble the piston (A) and the connecting rod (B) with the embossed marks (C) on the same side Install the piston pin (D)
    NOTE: Apply new engine oil to the piston pin
    Fig 3: Identifying Piston And Connecting Rod Installation Position
    G05987059Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Install the remaining snap ring
  6. Reassemble the other pistons the same way
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