Talon FWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC VIN Y SMFI (1997)
1. Before installing pistons and connecting rod assemblies into the bore, be sure that compression ring gaps are staggered so that neither is in line with
oil ring rail gap.
2. Before installing the ring compressor, make sure the of ring expander ends are butted and the rail gaps locate as shown in the figure.
3. Immerse the piston head and rings in clean engine oil, slide the ring compressor, over the piston. Be sure that position of rings does not change
during this operation.
4. The arrow should face toward the front of the engine. Install the pistons.
5. Rotate crankshaft so that the connecting rod journal is on the center of the cylinder bore. Insert rod and piston assembly into cylinder bore and guide
rod over the crankshaft journal.
6. Tap the piston down in cylinder bore, using a hammer handle. At the same time, guide connecting rod into position on connecting rod journal.
7. Install connecting rod bearings selected based on the obtained connecting rod bearing.
8. Install each bolt finger tight than alternately torque each nut to assemble the cap properly.
9. Tighten the bolts to 27.0 Nm PLUS 1/4 turn (20 ft. lbs. PLUS 1/4 turn). Do not use a torque wrench for last step.
