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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2011CR-V EX, 2.4 RE4, BZHAREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 71 (ENGINE BLOCK)PISTON, PIN, AND CONNECTING ROD REPLACEMENTREASSEMBLY
2011 Honda CR-V EX, 2.4 RE4, BZHA
Piston, Pin, and Connecting Rod Replacement: Reassembly
2011 Honda CR-V EX, 2.4 RE4, BZHASECTION Reassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Honda CR-V, 2008 Honda CR-V, and 2007 Honda CR-V. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install a piston pin snap ring (A).
- Coat the piston pin bore in the piston, the bore in the connecting rod, and the piston pin with new engine oil.
- Heat the piston to about 158 °F (70 °C).
- Assemble the piston (A) and the connecting rod (B) with the arrow (C) and the embossed mark (D) on the same side. Install the piston pin (E).
- Install the remaining snap ring (F).
- Turn the snap rings in the ring grooves until the end gaps are positioned at the bottom of the piston.
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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.