Dodge D250 1990 Service Manual page 291

Out-of-Chassis Repairs
Page 91-4
Base Engine Components
DODGE Turbo Diesel
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Hammer, Steel Number Stamps
Mark the cylinder number onto the top of each piston.
12mm
ft Remove the connecting rod capscrews and rod caps.
Caution: Use care so the cylinder bores and connecting
rods are not damaged.
Use a hammer handle or similar object to push the piston and
connecting rod through the cylinder bore.
Store the piston/rod assemblies in a rack.
Inspect the rod journals for deep scratches, indications of
'^-S overheating and other damage.