Warning:It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge,service manual, tools, or parts. Always follow owner manual procedures and consultthe service manual for your vehicle before doing any service work.
If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual. It tells youmuch more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can. To order the properservice manual, seeService Publications Ordering Information.
This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work,seeServicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle.
Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any servicework performed. SeeMaintenance Records.
Caution:Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems. Do not allowcontaminants to contact the fluids, reservoir caps, or dipsticks.
Piston and Connecting Rod Assemble Engine Block Cylinder Block Piston Assembly
Special ToolsEN-46745Piston Pin Retainer Remover andInstallerFor equivalent regional tools, refer toSpecial Tools.Note:Install the piston onto the connecting rod with the arrow ontop of the piston toward the front oriented toward the front of theengine.Note:The cast boss-(1) can be in either or both ...