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20-6. PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT/REPAIR (CONT)
(5) Remove No. 1 piston ring (7), No. 2 piston ring (8) and
oil control ring (9) from piston crown (6).
(6) Remove two connecting rod bolts (10) from connecting
rod (5).
(7) Remove piston pin bearing (11) from connecting rod (5).
(8) Perform steps (1) through (7) on remaining pistons.
c. Cleaning/Inspection.
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steam, hot water, and compressed air; wear
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(1) Soak six piston crowns (1), piston skirts (2), connecting
rods (3), piston pins (4), and rod caps (5) in degreaser
unit with carbon removing compound for at least one
hour.
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