Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 459

Standard (New): 0.005-0.015 mm (0.0002-0.0006 in.)

Service Limit: 0.02 mm (0.0008 in.)

Fig. 218: Measuring The Piston-Pin-To-Connecting-Rod Clearance

Reassembly

1. Install a piston pin snap ring (A).

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Fig. 219: Installing A Piston Pin Snap Ring

2. Coat the piston pin bore in the piston, the bore in the connecting rod, and the piston pin with engine oil.

3. Heat the piston to about 158°F (70°C).

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Fig. 220: Heating The Piston

4. Install the piston pin (A). Assemble the piston (B) and connecting rod (C) with the arrow (D) and the

embossed mark (E) on the same side.

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Fig. 221: Assembling The Piston Pin, The Piston, The Connecting Rod & The Snap Rings

5. Install the remaining snap ring (F).

6. Turn the snap rings in the ring grooves until the end gaps are positioned at the bottom of the piston.

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