Challenger V6-3.5L (2009)
3. Before installing pistons and connecting rod assemblies into the bore, ensure that compression ring gaps are staggered so that neither is in line with
oil ring rail gap.
4. Immerse the piston head and rings in clean engine oil, slide the ring compressor over the piston and tighten with the special wrench. Ensure
position of rings does not change during this operation.
5. Install connecting rod bolt protectors, special tool # 8189.
6. Rotate crankshaft so that the connecting rod journal is on the center of the cylinder bore. Insert the rod and piston into cylinder bore and guide the
rod over the crankshaft journal.
CAUTION: Do Not interchange piston assemblies cylinder-to-cylinder or bank-to-bank.
