Nitro 2WD V6-4.0L (2007)
Connecting Rod: Service and Repair
Piston and Connecting Rod - Removal
REMOVAL
1. Remove the cylinder heads.
2. Remove the oil pan.
3. Remove top ridge of cylinder bores with a reliable ridge reamer before removing pistons from cylinder block. Be sure to keep tops of pistons
covered during this operation. Pistons and connecting rods must be removed from top of cylinder block. When removing piston and
connecting rod assemblies from the engine, rotate crankshaft so that each connecting rod is centered in cylinder bore.
CAUTION: DO NOT stamp the connecting rods for cylinder identification
4. Inspect connecting rods and connecting rod caps for cylinder identification. Identify them with a paint mark or scribe, if necessary.
