XT-6 4WD L6-27L SOHC (1988) - Engine Lubrication - Oil Pump, Engine Service and Repair
16.
Remove oil separator cover from rear of crankcase.
17.
Remove service access plugs from both sides of front of crankcase.
18.
Rotate crankshaft until pistons for No. 1 and No. 2 cylinders are at BDC.
19.
Working through access holes, remove piston pin circlips for No. 1 and No. 2 pistons.
20.
Using piston pin remover 499097300 or equivalent, withdraw piston pins for No. 1 and No. 2 pistons.
21.
Repeat steps 17 through 19 for cylinders 5 and 6 and 3 and 4 respectively.
22.
Remove all crankcase half retaining bolts except the one bolt for No. 3 cylinder.