Lanos S Hatchback L4-1.6L DOHC D-TEC MFI (1999)
8. Inspect the piston for fit to the connecting rod.
9. Inspect the engine block deck surface for flatness using a straight edge and a feeler gauge.
10. Inspect the bearing bore for concentricity and alignment using a bore gauge. Refer to Piston, Engine; Specifications. If the bearing bore is beyond
specifications, replace the engine block.
11. Inspect the engine block cylinder bore for wear, runout, ridging and taper using a bore gauge. Refer to Cylinder Block Assembly; Specifications.
12. Inspect the engine block cylinder bore for glazing. Lightly hone the cylinder bore as necessary.
Installation Procedure
1. Align the notch on the piston and connecting rod so that the proper sides will be facing the front of the engine.
2. Install the piston pin guide through the piston and the connecting rod.
3. Coat the piston pin with clean oil.
4. Install the piston pin into the opposite side of the piston.
5. Install the piston pin into the piston and connecting rod assembly using the piston pin service set KM-427.
6. Select a set of new piston rings.