Disassembly And Assembly Of Subassemblies: Piston: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Using the special tool, press the piston pin out from the connecting rod and piston assembly.

Fig 1: Pressing Piston Pin Out From Connecting Rod And Piston Assembly
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the connecting rod from the piston.

Fig 2: Removing Connecting Rod From Piston
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Clean and inspect the connecting rod and piston. Refer to ENGINE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .