3 Series E36 318i (M44) SAL
Install retaining ring.
Insert special tool 11 3 480 in conrod.
Lightly coat pistons and piston rings with oil.
Align contact points of piston rings (offset at approx. 120
°
, but not
over piston pin lug).
Press together piston rings with special tool 11 2 260.
Install pistons with arrows pointing towards camshaft drive.
The tightening strap must locate firmly right around circumference
of engine block.
Caution!
Danger of piston ring failure.
Press in piston only with finger force (do not knock in!).
RA Removing and installing or replacing all pistons (M44)
BMW AG - TIS
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