Eurovan MV V6-2.8L (AXK) (2002)
Connecting Rod: Service and Repair
Pistons and connecting rods, disassembling and assembling
1. Piston rings
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Shift by 120 °
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Use piston ring pliers to remove and install
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Marking "TOP" faces piston head
2. Pistons
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Mark installation position to connecting rod and matching
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flat side of the piston head points toward center of cylinder block
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install using 3278 piston installation tool
3. Snap ring
4. Connecting rod
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Replace only as a set
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Mark to indicate which cylinder corresponds to each cover -B-
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Installation position: Markings -A- must align
5. Bearing shell
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Note installed position
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Do not interchange used bearing shells
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Retaining tabs of bearing shells must be seated securely in openings
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Axial clearance
New: 0.05 to 0.31 mm
Wear limit: 0.40 mm
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Measure radial play with Plastigage: