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Piston pin replacement
Piston pins join the pistons and the connecting rods. A pin failure results in play, increases the noise generated by the engine making it less effective and accelerating its wear. Piston pin replacement is not complicated, however, accessing them requires dissembling numerous other engine components in order to remove the pistons from the cylinders.
Tips
- Disturbing clatter and engine power loss are a sign that a piston pin has failed
- When replacing a pin you should have the other engine elements removed for this purpose checked for damages
Range of services
- Removing the sump
- Removing the cylinder head *Removing the pistons and replacing the piston pins
- Reassembling the previously removed components
- Checking and, if necessary, changing the timing gear and oil
Car workshops: Piston pin replacement
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