Piston: Testing and Inspection

TOOL REQUIRED
- J 24086-C Piston Pin Remover/Installer, Or Equivalent.

WARNING: Handle the piston carefully. Worn piston rings are sharp and may cause bodily injury.





1. Disassemble the piston rings. Use a suitable tool in order to expand the rings. Do not re-use the piston rings.

NOTE: Make sure that no load is put on the piston during disassembly.





2. Place the piston and connecting rod assembly into the piston pin remover/installer. Ensure that the flat side or the inside of the piston is up when installing the piston and rod assembly into the fork.
3. Press out the piston pin.