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3. Install the

J 8037

onto the piston and compress

the piston rings.

Important: The mark on the top of the piston must

face the front of the engine block.

When assembled, the ﬂanges on the connecting rod

and connecting rod cap should point to the front of the

engine block on the left bank and point to the rear

of the engine block on the right bank.

4. Install the connecting rod bearing.

5. Install the piston and connecting rod assembly,

and the

J 8037

into the proper cylinder bore.

6. Use the

J 8037

and the

J 5239

and lightly tap the

top of the piston with a wooden hammer handle.

6.1. Hold the

J 8037

ﬁrmly against the engine

block until all of the piston rings have

entered the cylinder bore.

6.2. Use the

J 5239

in order to guide the

connecting rod onto the crankshaft

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6-112 Engine Mechanical - 5.0L and 5.7L Engine

2002 - Unit Repair (May 25, 2001)