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Disassembly Note

    NOTE:
    • Use a suitable ring expander to remove piston rings to prevent damage.
    Fig 1: Removing Top Compression Ring
    G02821325Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the top compression ring.
  2. Remove the second compression ring.
    Fig 2: Removing Second Compression Ring
    G02821326Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the first oil control ring.
    Fig 3: Removing First Oil Control Ring
    G02821327Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the oil control spacer ring.
    Fig 4: Removing Oil Control Spacer Ring
    G02821328Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the second oil control ring.
    Fig 5: Removing Second Oil Control Ring
    G02821329Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    6. CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse the piston or pin if removed or damage to the engine may occur.
    Fig 6: Pressing Out Piston Pin
    G02821330Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Using Piston Pin Tool SST 303-D034 or equivalent, press the piston pin out of the piston connecting rod assembly.
    7. NOTE:
    • Take note of piston connecting rod assembly and mark the connecting rod and piston to ensure proper orientation during reassembly.
    Fig 7: Removing Connecting Rod From Piston
    G02821331Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the connecting rod from the piston.
  8. Clean and inspect the connecting rod and the piston. Refer to CONNECTING ROD INSPECTION  or PISTON INSPECTION .
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