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2-2-4 PISTON AND CONNECTING ROD
(1) The direction of piston on connecting rod is not
specified.
(2) Apply oil to the small end of connecting rod,
piston and piston pin before assembling.
Be sure to use clips on the both side of the
piston pin to secure piston pin in position.
(3) Install piston and connecting rod assembly into
cylinder.
Use a piston ring compressor to hold piston rings.
The “MA” mark of the connecting rod is to face
the flywheel side of the engine when assembled.
Note:
(1) Apply enough oil to lubricate the piston
rings, connecting rod bearings and
cylinder bore before assembly.
(2) Set gaps of the piston rings 120 degrees
apart from each other before assembly.