ARMY TM 9-6115-673-13&P
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-512-1
d. Assembly.
(1)
(2)
Remove bolts from connecting rod.
Heat piston in oil to 158-176oF (70-80oC) and install on connecting rod with pin (Figure 5-28 for
(3)
positioning).
(4)
Install retaining rings in piston.
CAUTION
Use piston ring remover to install piston rings. Never stretch piston rings.
Ensure manufacturer's symbol faces up.
(5)
Install barrel face ring in top piston groove with end gap positioned toward intake side of
piston.
Install tapered face ring in middle piston groove with end gap positioned 120o from top ring
(6)
end gap.
(7)
Ensure joint of coil expander, installed in oil ring, is positioned opposite the ring end gap and
install oil ring in bottom piston groove with end gap positioned 120o from middle ring end
gap.
e. Installation.
(1)
Apply lubricating oil (Item 14, Appendix E) to crank pin, outer surface of piston, and inner
surface of sleeve. Using piston inserting tool, insert piston (Figure 5-22) and connecting rod into
cylinder with top mark on piston facing crankcase cover side of engine.