Caravan FWD V6-3.3L VIN R (2001)
1. Before installing pistons and connecting rod assemblies into the bore, ensure that compression ring gaps are staggered so that neither is in line with
oil ring rail gap (Fig. 78).
2. Before installing the ring compressor, ensure the oil ring expander ends are butted and the rail gaps located as shown in (Fig. 78).
3. Lubricate the piston and rings with clean engine oil. Position a ring compressor over the piston and rings, and tighten the compressor (Fig. 79). Be
sure position of rings does not change during this operation.