C13B Engines Caterpillar


Pistons and Connecting Rods - Install

Usage:

C13B N3H

Installation Procedure

Reference: Special Instruction, "Visual Service Procedures - Colors and Symbols" M0066576

Table 1
Required Tools 
Tool  Part Number  Part Description  Qty 
161-4164  Piston Ring Compressor Gp 
Clean Engine Oil 


Illustration 1g06421613

Note: Rotate top ring, intermediate ring, and oil spring so the end gaps are 120° apart.

Note: The word "FRONT" may be stamped on the crown of the piston. Ensure that the word "FRONT" is toward the front of the engine when the piston is installed. The etched number on the connecting rod must be on the right side of the engine in the corresponding cylinder.

  1. Before the connecting rod comes in contact with the crankshaft, install the upper half of the connecting rod bearing. Ensure that the bearing tab engages with the slot in the connecting rod.

  2. Apply Tooling (B) to the surface of the upper half of the connecting rod bearing. Use a soft hammer to tap the piston into the cylinder bore while you guide the connecting rod onto the crankshaft.


Illustration 2g06415731
Ensure that the bearing tab engages with the groove in the connecting rod cap.
Ensure that the number on the connecting rod cap matches the number on the connecting rod.

End By:

  1. Install the piston cooling jets.

  2. Install the engine oil pan.

  3. Install the cylinder head.

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