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NOTE:  Be careful not to nick crankshaft journals.

6. After removal, install bearing cap on the mating rod.

INSTALLATION

1. Install the piston rings. 

NOTE:  The connecting rod bearing cap bolts must be examined before reuse. If the threads are necked down, the bolts must be replaced.

2. Check connecting rod bolts for necking by holding a scale or straight edge against the threads. If all threads do not contact the scale, the bolt must

be replaced.

3. 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.

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