Piston Pins; Removal - Acura 3.5 RL Manual

Piston Pins

Removal

1. Apply engine oil to the piston pin snap rings, and
turn them in the ring grooves until the end gaps are
lined up with the cutouts in the piston pin bores.
NOTE: Take care not to damage the ring grooves.
Cutout in the
piston pin bore
2. Remove both snap rings. Start at the cutout in the
piston pin bore.
NOTE: Remove the snap rings carefully so they do
not go flying or get lost. Wear eye protection.
SNAP RING
SNAP RING