911 Targa (996) F6-3.6L (2004)
10. Place piston with connecting rod in installation position.
11. Tighten piston ring restraining strap and fit piston with connecting rod.
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Generously coat the piston and restraining strap with engine oil before fitting the piston.
12. Use the handle of a hammer to tap the piston into the cylinder while firmly pressing on the edge of the restraining strap. Use protective gloves.
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The piston must be fitted in the cylinder carefully and with feeling. If the resistance increases, immediately interrupt the assembly process.
Reposition the piston ring restraining strap and repeat the assembly operation.
13. Centre the piston in the cylinder bore and carefully push it down with the assembly aid (special tool 9598). Use assembly aid with larger diameter
and insertion depth.