Disassembly And Assembly Of Subassemblies: Piston: Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty and 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.
- Remove and discard the piston rings.
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- Remove and discard the piston pin retainers.
- Remove the piston pin.
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NOTE: If the piston and connecting rod are to be reinstalled, they must be assembled in the same orientation. Mark the piston orientation to the connecting rod for reassembly.
Remove the piston from the connecting rod.
- Inspect the piston and the connecting rod. Refer to: Piston Inspection .