Jaguar XJ (X350). Manual — part 352

4 . Remove the oil control spacer ring.

5 . Remove the second oil control ring.

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WARNING: The retaining rings have a tendency to spring out during

removal. Cover the end of the pin bore with a hand or a rag when removing the
retaining ring. Eye protection should be worn. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in personal injury.

Remove the retaining clips.

7 . Remove the piston pin and the connecting rod from the piston.

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Clean and inspect the connecting rod and the piston. For additional information, refer
to <<303-00>>.

Assembly

1 . Install the piston pin.

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Lubricate the piston pin and piston bore.

2 . Install the retaining clips.

3 . Check the piston ring end gap. For additional information, refer to <<303-00>>.

4 . Lubricate the piston and piston rings.

5 . Install the second oil control ring.

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6 . Install the oil control spacer ring.

7 . Install the first oil control ring.

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Install the second compression ring.

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The top of the second compression ring has a "0" marked on it. Position this side

of the ring towards the top of the piston.

9 . Install the top compression ring.

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The top compression ring can be installed with either side up.

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