Vauxhall Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Connecting Rod, Replace

Remove piston.

See operation "Piston with Connecting Rod, Remove and Install".

Remove piston pin circlip and press out piston pin.

Insert new connecting rod into piston.

Coat piston pin slightly with oil and push through. Insert circlip into piston pin.

Ensure correct installation. Arrow on piston head points to timing gear side and bead on piston (arrows) to clutch side of engine.

Install piston.

See operation "Piston with Connecting Rod, Remove and Install".