Engine Disassembly (0-01) Section 0 - Engine Disassembly and Assembly - Group 00 M11 Page 0-48 When the liner is removed from the cylinder block, use Dykem W or equivalent, to place a mark on the camshaft side of the liner to show liner orientation. Use Dykem W or equivalent to mark the cylinder number of each liner. Pistons and Connecting Rods - Disassembly Caution: The piston pin can fall from the piston assem- bly when the retainer snap rings are removed. The piston and pin can be damaged. Use internal snap ring pliers to remove the retainer snap rings from both sides of the piston. Caution: Do not use a hammer to remove the piston pins. The piston can be distorted and damaged.
If the pin cannot be removed by hand: install the piston and rod assembly in a container of water, heat the piston in boiling water for 15 minutes, use a blunt tool to push the piston pin from the piston and rod assembly.