Reconditioning / replacing: Engine body 18.
Install the connecting rod in the piston with the mark “FRONT� on the connecting rod and the arrow on the piston turned in the same direction. Press in the piston pin.
NOTE: You should be able to press the piston pin in without much force. If the resistance is too big, the piston may need to be heated. The connecting rod should turn freely on the piston pin. Install the circlips.
19.
Fit the piston rings. Use piston ring pliers. The piston rings openings should be evenly spaced around the piston. The oil ring spring opening should be positioned diametrically opposite the seal openings.
NOTE: The two upper piston rings are marked with letters or point marks. The number markings should be turnedup. The oil ring is symmetric and can be turned either way.
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