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ENGINE 2.7L DOHC
PISTON & CONNECTING ROD (Continued)
(6) Install Special Tools 8189 Connecting Rod
Guides into connecting rod (Fig. 70).
(7) The pistons are marked on top with an arrow
and with an "F" (Front) above the pin boss. These
marks must be pointing toward the front of engine
on both cylinder banks. The connecting rod oil squirt
hole faces the major thrust (right) side of the block
(Fig. 72).
(8) Rotate crankshaft so that the connecting rod
journal is on the center of the cylinder bore. Insert
rod and piston into cylinder bore and guide rod over
the crankshaft journal (Fig. 71).
Fig. 72 Piston and Connecting Rod Positioning (Front View of Engine)
1 - MAJOR THRUST SIDE OF PISTON
CAUTION: Do Not interchange piston assemblies
bank to bank, as engine damage may occur.
(9) Tap the piston down in cylinder bore, using a
hammer handle. At the same time, guide connecting
rod into position on connecting rod journal.
(10) Lubricate rod bolts and bearing surface with
engine oil. Install connecting rod cap and bearing.
Tighten bolts to 27 N·m (20 ft. lbs.) Plus 1/4 turn.
2 - OIL SQUIRT HOLE
JR
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