UPPER RINGS
OIL CONTROL RING
SPRING
PISTON MARK
GAP
GAP
GAP
ENGINE DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY
4.432004 Four Stroke PWC Service Manual
Engine Assembly
1. Remove any remaining gasket material from the upper
and lower crankcase mating surfaces.
2. Remove gasket material from bedplate mating surface.
3. Clean the following parts with engine cleaning solvent:
S Upper / Lower Crankcase
S Cylinder Head
S Bedplate
S Lower Sump
S Crankshaft / Balance Shaft
4. After cleaning parts, blow dry with compressed air.
5. With the engine facing up on stand, lubricate cylinders
with engine oil.
6. Obtain both piston assemblies. Lubricate piston
assemblies with engine oil.
7. Install the upper and oil control rings with the markings
facing upwards.
8. Place ring compressor tool, PN--PW--46983 on top of
one cylinder. Align the ring end gaps as outlined in the
photo. The piston mark will face the INTAKE SIDE of
the engine once installed into the cylinder.