FRAME AS 3871136 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Start By:
Remove the cylinder head. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Cylinder Head - Remove".
Remove the engine oil pump. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Engine Oil Pump - Remove".
Remove the piston cooling jets. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Piston Cooling Jets - Remove and Install".
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.
Position the pistons that are being removed at the bottom center position.
Remove the carbon buildup from the inner surface of the top of the cylinder liner.
Ensure that the connecting rod and the cap are correctly marked to the cylinder. Note: Do not punch the connecting rod or stamp the connecting rod assembly as this may cause damage.
Remove the torx screws (1) from the connecting rod.
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Typical example
Remove the connecting rod cap (2) with the bearing shell.
Push the piston and the connecting rod through the top of the cylinder block. Note: Make a mark under the piston on the pin boss in order to identify the cylinder. Always mark the front pin boss to aid installation.
The bearing shell for the connecting rod and the bearing shell for the connecting rod cap must be placed with the correct rod and the correct connecting rod cap.
Always tighten the connecting rod cap to the connecting rod, when the assembly is out of the engine. Tighten the assembly to the following torque 20 N m (14 lb ft).