Wrangler 2WD V6-3.8L (2008)
Connecting Rod: Removal and Replacement
Piston and Connecting Rod - Removal
REMOVAL
NOTE: Refer to the connecting rod Description before beginning repair. See: Piston/Description and Operation.
1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
2. Remove the cylinder heads. See: Cylinder Head Assembly/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement
3. Remove the oil pan. See: Engine Lubrication/Oil Pan/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement
4. Remove the top ridge of cylinder bores with a reliable ridge reamer, if necessary, 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.
5. Inspect connecting rods and connecting rod caps for cylinder identification (1). Identify them (1), if necessary.