Disassembly And Assembly Of Subassemblies: Piston: Disassembly

2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION Disassembly
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  1. Remove the piston rings from the piston.
    • Discard the piston rings.
  2. Remove the 2 piston pin retainers and the piston pin.
    • Discard the 2 piston pin retainer clips.
  3. NOTE: If the piston and/or connecting rod are being installed new, the piston rod orientation marks and the arrow on the top of the dome of the piston should be facing toward the front of the engine block.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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