Crown Victoria V8-281 4.6L SFI (1998)
Piston: Service and Repair
Disassembly And Assembly
DISASSEMBLY
1. Using Pin Remover / Replacer T 68P-6135-A, press piston pin through piston and connecting rod.
2. Clean and inspect piston and connecting rods. Check piston and piston pin fit.
ASSEMBLY
1. Apply a light coat of clean Super Premium SAE 5W30 Motor Oil XO-5W30-QSP to all parts.
2. Heat piston pin end of connecting rod to 230°-400° C (446°-752° F).
3. Verify that all parts to be assembled are for same cylinder. Assemble piston to connecting rod.
4. Start piston pin in piston and connecting rod. This may require a very light tap with a mallet. Using Pin Remover/Replacer T68P-6135-A, press
piston pin through piston until piston pin is centered in piston. After assembly, make sure connecting rod swings smoothly.
