Workshop Manual
EPA07/10 DD PLATFORM WORKSHOP MANUAL - ENGINE
15.5 ASSEMBLY OF PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD ASSEMBLY
Assemble as follows:
1. Using appropriate flat-nosed pliers, install one of the retaining rings into a retaining ring
recess in the piston. Orient the retaining ring gap ( 1) to either the 12 o'clock or 6 o'clock
position.
2. Liberally lubricate the piston pin bore, the piston pin, and the connecting rod bushing in
the small end of the connecting rod with 80/90w oil (or equivalent).
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