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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1982CHEVETTE L4-111 1.8L DSLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINECYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLYPISTONSERVICE AND REPAIR
1982 Chevrolet Chevette L4-111 1.8L DSL
Piston: Service and Repair
1982 Chevrolet Chevette L4-111 1.8L DSLSECTION Service and Repair
Fig. 24 Piston & connecting rod assembly:
Install the piston on the connecting rod, so that the combustion chamber on piston head is on the same side with the cylinder mark side (side with bearing stopper) of the connecting rod big end. The front of the piston should be on same side as the ``Isuzu'' mark on the connecting rod, Fig. 24. Pistons are available in oversizes of .010 and .030 in.
Check connecting rod side clearance with a feeler gauge. Clearance should be .003---.024 inch.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.