Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 462

Fig. 229: Positioning The Mark To Face The Cam Chain Side Of The Engine

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4. Position the piston in the cylinder, and tap it in using the wooden handle of a hammer (A). Maintain

downward force on the ring compressor (B) to prevent the rings from expanding before entering the
cylinder bore.

Fig. 230: Installing Piston In The Cylinder

5. Stop after the ring compressor pops free, and check the connecting-rod-to-crank-journal alignment before

pushing the piston into place.

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6. Check the connecting rod bearing clearance with plastigage (see CONNECTING ROD BEARING

REPLACEMENT ).

7. Inspect the connecting rod bolts (see CONNECTING ROD BOLT INSPECTION ).

8. Apply engine oil to the bolt threads, then install the rod caps with bearings. Torque the bolts to 36 N.m

(3.7 kgf.m, 27 Lbf.ft).

9. Tighten the connecting rod bolts an additional 120°.

Fig. 231: Tightening The Connecting Rod Bolts An Additional 120 Degrees

If The Crankshaft Is Not Installed

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1. Remove the connecting rod caps, then install the ring compressor, and check that the bearing is securely

in place.

2. Position the mark (A) to face the cam chain side of the engine.

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2004 ENGINES 2.4L DOHC VTEC - TSX