TM-9-2815-205-24 Technical Manual for M113 Engine 6V53 6V53T Download

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ASSEMBLY - Continued CAUTION Do not force piston into liner. Expanders apply considerable force on oil rings; therefore, exercise care during loading operation to prevent ring breakage. f. Push piston and connecting rod assembly (Figure 14, Item 8) down into liner until piston is free of piston ring compressor (Figure 14, Item 24). g. Remove connecting rod cap and then remove piston ring compressor from piston, connecting rod, and liner assembly. Push piston down until compression rings pass cylinder liner ports. 4. Repeat Steps 1–3 for remaining piston and connecting rod assemblies. 1 8 24 8 24 MAINT_366 Figure 14. Piston and Connecting Rod into Cylinder Liner. END OF TASK TM 9-2815-205-24 0094 0094-17