Connecting Rod Cap; Connecting Rod; Piston Ring; Piston Pin - Ford TRADER Workshop Manual

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DISASSEMBLY
Disassembly Note
Connecting rod cap
1. Before removing the connecting rod caps, measure the con-
necting rod side clearance. (Refer to page B-96.)
Connecting rod
1 . Before removing the connecting rods, measure the connect-
ing rod oil clearance. (Refer to page 8-95.)
2. Remove the Plastigage from the crankpin journals.
Caution
• Do not scratch the crankpin journal or the cylinder
liner.
• Protect the connecting rod bolts with rubber sleeves
to prevent damage to the crankpin journal.
3. Use the handle of a hammer to remove the piston and con-
necting rod assembly through the top of the cylinder block.
Piston ring
Caution
• Do not apply excessive tension, which may cause
a ring to break.
1. Remove the piston rings with a piston ring expander (com-
mercially available).
Piston pin
Caution
• Mark the connecting rod direction for proper reas-
sembly. .
1. Remove the piston pin with the SST.