TM 5-3825-230-14&P
5-9.
ENGINE CYLINDER REPLACEMENT (CONT).
c.
Installation.
(1)
Install piston rings (para 5-20).
(2)
Coat inside of cylinder (1) with fresh
engine oil.
NOTE
Compress piston rings by hand or
use
a
piston
ring
compressor.
Compress rings enough to insert in
cylinder.
(3)
Using matchmarks made during removal
align piston (4) to cylinder (1), compress
piston rings with fingers and install piston
with connecting rod (9) in cylinder.
CAUTION
Do not allow connecting rod to
scratch crankshaft or damage to
equipment may result.
(4)
Lubricate with engine oil and install rod
bearing half (7) in connecting rod (9).
(5)
While moving crankshaft (8) to align with
connecting
rod
assembly
(9),
place
cylinder (1) on studs (2) and crankcase
(3).
WARNING
Adhesives, solvents, and sealing compounds can burn easily, give off harmful vapors, and are
harmful to skin and clothing. To avoid injury or death, keep away from open fire and use in a
well-ventilated area. If adhesive, solvent, or sealing compound gets on skin or clothing, wash
immediately with soap and water.
(6)
Install rod bearing half (7) and connecting rod cap (6) with two screws (5) using a ratchet, extension and 10
mm socket. Apply thread locking compound to screws.
(7)
Tighten screws (5) to 29 Ib-ft (39 N•m) using a torque wrench and 10 mm socket.
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