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Cylinder Block: Assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Subaru Outback and 2002 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Assembling Connecting Rod & Piston Rings
G02960253Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  1. Install connecting rod bearings on connecting rods and connecting rod caps.
    CAUTION: Apply oil to the surfaces of the connecting rod bearings. 
  2. Install connecting rod on crankshaft.
    CAUTION: Position each connecting rod with the side marked facing forward. 
  3. Install connecting rod cap with connecting rod nut.

    Ensure the arrow on connecting rod cap faces the front during installation.

    CAUTION:
    • Each connecting rod has its own mating cap. Make sure that they are assembled correctly by checking their matching number. 
    • When tightening the connecting rod nuts, apply oil on the threads. 
  4. Install oil ring spacer, lower rail and upper rail in this order by hand. Then install second ring and top ring with a piston ring expander.