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TM 10-3930-659-34
5-3.
PISTON, CONNECTING ROD, AND CONNECTING ROD BEARING MAINTENANCE (Cont).
7.
Position upper main bearing (12) on connecting
rod (9). Ensure that tang on upper main bearing
fits in locking groove on connecting rod. Apply
lubricating oil to upper main bearing.
8.
Position lower main bearing (11) on main
bearing cap (8). Ensure that tang on lower main
bearing fits in locking groove on main bearing
cap. Apply lubricating oil to lower main bearing.
e.
INSTALLATION
1.
Using flywheel turning tool, rotate flywheel until mating crankshaft journal for piston (10) and connecting rod (9) is
accessible.
2.
Apply lubricating oil to all mating surfaces of piston (10) and connecting rod (9).
CAUTION
Piston and connecting rod must be installed as noted during removal. Failure to do so may
damage parts.
Use care not to damage crankshaft journal when installing piston and connecting rod.
NOTE
Ensure that the word FRONT on piston faces front of engine block.
3.
Using piston ring compressor and handle of hammer, tap piston (10) and connecting rod (9) in engine block (1).
4.
Apply lubricating oil to threads of two new bolts (7).
5.
Install main bearing cap (8) on connecting rod (9) with two bolts (7). Torque bolts to 55 lb.-ft. (75 Nm).
TA708143
5-30
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