240 L4-2320cc 2.3L SOHC VIN 83 B230FD (1993)
Piston Installation
Install piston in cylinder:
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Turn crankshaft so that crank pin for cylinder points straight down.
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Install piston, using piston ring compressor.
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Use a hammer handle to push down piston.
Important! The marking on the piston must point forward.
Torque Connecting Rod Caps
Install connecting rod cap:
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Check that markings on connecting rod and cap coincide.
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Check bolt lengths.
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Old bolts may be used, provided length does not exceed 55.5 mm (2.185 in)
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Oil bolts and install them.
Tighten in two stages:
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1. 20 Nm (15 ft lbs).
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2. Angle-tighten 90°
Install remaining pistons.
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After fitting each cap, check that crankshaft can be rotated.
