For 1990-2009 cars

1. Install the piston rings.

• | Insert into the pistons with piston ring wrench and "TOP" pointing upwards.

• | Set the piston ring gap.

- | First piston ring (right-hand ring) in position (1)

- | Second piston ring (minute ring) in position (2)

- | Interim ring of oil scraper ring in position (3), steel band rings of oil scraper ring in position (4 and/or 5)

Important: Note installation position of the piston in respect of the con-rod.

2. Attach the piston to the con-rod.

• | Press the piston pin into the piston and the con-rod by hand.

• | Insert the retainer in the annular groove on the piston.

• | Ensure the retainer is firmly seated in the groove.

3. Install the piston with con-rod. Refer to 1401300 - Piston with Con-rod, Remove and Install .