Intrepid V6-3.5L VIN K (2003)
2. Check connecting rod bolts for necking by holding a scale or straight edge against the threads. If all threads do not contact the scale, the bolt must
be replaced (Fig. 83).
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 (Fig. 84).
4. Immerse the piston head and rings in clean engine oil, slide the ring compressor over the piston and tighten with the special wrench (Fig. 85).
Ensure position of rings does not change during this operation.
5. Install connecting rod bolt protectors on rod bolts (Fig. 82).
6. Rotate crankshaft so that the connecting rod journal is on the center of the cylinder bore. Insert rod and piston into cylinder bore and guide rod
over the crankshaft journal.
CAUTION: Do Not interchange piston assemblies cylinder-to-cylinder or bank-to-bank.
