EM–86
2GR-FE ENGINE MECHANICAL – ENGINE UNIT
EM
69. REMOVE PISTON SUB-ASSEMBLY WITH PIN
(a) Check the fitting condition between the piston and
piston pin.
(1) Try to move the piston back and forth on the
piston pin.
If any movement is felt, replace the piston and
pin as a set.
(b) Disconnect the connecting rod from the piston.
(1) Using a screwdriver, pry off the snap rings from
the piston.
(2) Gradually heat the piston to approximately
80°C (176°F).
(3) Using a brass bar and plastic hammer, lightly
tap out the piston pin and remove the
connecting rod.
HINT:
• The piston and pin are a matched set.
• Arrange the pistons, pins, rings, connecting
rods and bearings in the correct order.
(c) Using a gasket scraper, remove the carbon from the
piston top.
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80°C (176°F)
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