Vauxhall Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Astra J > Engine | Engine mechanics - 1.3L Diesel | Repair Instructions

Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble

1.	Remove the piston rings. Use a piston ring plier (1).

2.	The piston rings are ordered as followed:

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Upper compression ring (1)

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Lower compression ring (2)

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Oil ring (3)

Note: Clamp the connecting rod.

3.	Remove the 2 piston pin retainer (1).

4.	Remove the piston pin (2).

5.	Remove the piston (3) from the connecting rod (4).