TM-9-2815-205-24 Technical Manual for M113 Engine 6V53 6V53T Download
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INSTALLATION - Continued CAUTION Distance from vertical center line of connecting rod bolts to edges of rod are not equal. When installing piston and connecting rod assembly, ensure narrow side of two adjoining connecting rods are together to avoid cocking of rod. Do not damage or dislocate bearing shell when guiding end of connecting rod assembly through block bore. Do not damage preformed packings when sliding piston, connecting rod, and liner assembly into block bore. 5. Place piston, connecting rod, and liner assembly (Figure 17, Item 27) in line with cylinder block bore. Align identification number and letter on rod with outer edge of cylinder block and matchmarks on liner. Guide connecting rod assembly (Figure 17, Item 18) through block bore. Then slide piston, connecting rod, and liner assembly straight into block bore until liner flange rests against block counterbore (Figure 17, Item 28). NARROW SIDE MAINT_368 Figure 16. Piston Adjoining Connecting Rods Installation. TM 9-2815-205-24 0094 0094-19