Charger SRT-8 V8-6.1L (2009)
INSTALLATION
1. Before installing piston and connecting rod assemblies into the bore, install the piston rings See: Piston Ring/Service and Repair.
2. Immerse the piston head and rings in clean engine oil. Position a ring compressor over the piston and rings. Tighten ring compressor. Ensure
position of rings do not change during this operation.
3. Position bearing onto connecting rod. Lubricate bearing surface with clean engine oil.
4. The pistons are marked on the piston pin bore surface with an raised "F" or arrow on top of piston indicating installation position. This mark must
be pointing toward the front of engine on both cylinder banks.
5. Wipe cylinder bore clean and lubricate with engine oil.
6. Rotate crankshaft until connecting rod journal is on the center of cylinder bore. Insert piston and rod assembly into cylinder bore.
7. Tap piston down in cylinder bore using a hammer handle. While at the same time, guide connecting rod into position on rod journal.
CAUTION: When installing connecting rods, make sure the wide side (1) is towards the crankshaft and narrow sides (2) face each other.
CAUTION: Always replace the Rod Bolts whenever they are loosened or removed.
8. Lubricate rod bolts and bearing surfaces with engine oil. Install connecting rod cap and bearing. Tighten bolts to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.) plus 60°.
