9000 Aero L4-2290cc 2.3L DOHC Turbo EFI HO (1997)
Connecting Rod: Service and Repair
NOTE: This procedure is with the engine mounted in work-stand and cylinder head removed.
REMOVAL
1. Remove any burrs or carbon deposits from the tops of the cylinder bores.
2. Remove the big-end bearing caps.
3. Install the protective sleeves on the connecting rod studs. Push the pistons and the connecting rods out of the cylinder bores. To ensure that the
parts are refitted in their original positions, note the markings on the pistons and connecting rods, put the bearing shells and caps back in position
on the respective connecting rods and keep each set separately.
INSTALLATION
1. Place the bearing shells in position in the connecting rods and fit protective sleeves over the connecting rod studs.
2. Oil the piston rings and bearings.