911 Carrera S Cabriolet (997) F6-3.8L (2007)
Marking pistons
5.2.
Check installation position of pistons. The cone-shaped neck and data matrix code on the piston -1- must be facing the intake side, while the
matching number -2- and data matrix code on the connecting rod must be facing the exhaust side.
Matching number on connecting rod
5.3.
Align piston rings. Offset the ring gaps by 120°. Check the twist lock -arrow- at the second ring groove.
Twist lock on second piston ring
5.4.
Coat piston and tools funnel 9784 (3.6-liter) or funnel 9784/2 (3.8-liter) with new engine oil.
5.5.
Insert the piston -1- as far as required into the assembly sleeve -2- until the lower edge of the piston is flush with the surface of the sleeve.