TM 10-4320-310-14
5-12. INSPECT/REPAIR/REPLACE PISTON
This task covers:
a.
Removal
c.
Cleaning
e.
Repair
b.
Disassembly
d.
Inspection
f.
Assembly
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Equipment
Condition
Tool Kit, General Mechanics Automotive
Para
Condition Description
(Item 1, Appendix B)
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Cylinder removed from engine.
Gudgeon Pin Extractor (Item 3, Appendix B)
Micrometer, Outside (Item 3, Appendix B)
Piston ring Pliers (Item 3, Appendix B)
Caliper (Item 3, Appendix B)
General Safety Instructions
Materials/Parts
Well-ventilated area required.
Dry cleaning solvent (Item 10, Appendix E)
Lubricating oil (Item 6, Appendix E)
Retaining ring
REMOVAL:
When removing cylinder, make sure piston or connecting rod does not knock
against crankcase. This could result in serious damage to piston or
connecting rod.
1
Remove and discard retaining ring (1).
2
Press out gudgeon pin (2) far enough to remove
gudgeon pin and piston (3) from connecting rod (4).
3
Remove piston (3) and gudgeon pin (2).
4
Remove and discard retaining ring (5).
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