GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required:

J 41556 Connecting Rod Guides


    Object Number: 637721  Size: SH
  1. Mark the piston with the number of the cylinder from which the piston is being removed.
  2. Mark the connecting rod and the connecting rod cap with the cylinder position. Also mark the orientation. This will ensure the caps and connecting rods are re-assembled properly.
  3. Remove the connecting rod bolts.
  4. Remove the connecting rod cap and bearing half.

  5. Object Number: 715589  Size: SH
  6. Install J 41556 on the connecting rod.

  7. Object Number: 1657349  Size: SH
  8. Remove the connecting rod and piston assembly. Push out the assembly.
  9. Remove J 41556 .