Hummer H3. Manual — part 201

Fig. 429: View Of Piston Pin Retaining Clips
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4. Install the second piston pin retainer.

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2006 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (L52) - H3

Fig. 430: Installing Piston Rings
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5. Install the following components of the bottom ring assembly (oil control ring).

IMPORTANT: The piston ring end gaps must be staggered 90 degrees

apart.

NOTE:

Use a piston ring expander to install the piston rings. The rings
may be damaged if expanded more than necessary.

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2006 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (L52) - H3

1. The expander

2. The lower oil control ring

3. The upper oil control ring

Fig. 431: Installing Middle Ring (Compression Ring)

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2006 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (L52) - H3

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6. Install the middle ring (compression ring) with the napier groove facing down.

7. Install the top ring.

CAMSHAFTS CLEANING AND INSPECTION

Tools Required

J 7872 Magnetic Base Dial Indicator Set

Fig. 432: Measuring Camshaft Lobes
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1. Clean the camshafts with cleaning solvent.

2. Inspect the camshafts for the following conditions:

Scored camshaft journals

2006 Hummer H3

2006 ENGINE Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (L52) - H3