3024C Engine for Caterpillar Built Machines Caterpillar

Disassembly Procedure

Start By:

1. Remove the pistons and connecting rods. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Pistons and Connecting Rods - Remove".

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1. Use Tooling (A) to remove retaining rings (4) from piston (2) .

2. Remove piston pin (3) and connecting rod (1) from piston (2) .

   Note: Check the condition of the following parts: retaining rings (4), piston pin (3) and piston (2). If these items are worn or damaged, use new parts for replacement.

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3. Use Tooling (B) to remove the following items from piston (2) : top piston ring (5), intermediate piston ring (6) and oil control piston ring (7) .

   Note: Check the condition of the piston rings. If the piston rings are worn or damaged, use new parts for replacement.

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4. Use Tooling (C) and a suitable press to remove piston pin bushing (8) from connecting rod (1) .

   Note: Check the condition of the following items: piston pin bushing (8) and connecting rod (1) .