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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2005 🢒 Grand Am 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 2.2L (L61) 🢒 Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble

Tools Required

J 43654 Piston Pin Clip Remover and Installer


    Object Number: 4967 Size: SH

    Caution: 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. The piston rings must not be reused.

    2. Object Number: 630353 Size: SH

    Important: Two retainers hold the piston pins in place. No special tools are required to remove the retainers or the piston pins. Ensure that the piston pin is not damaged. Do not reuse the retaining clips.

  2. Remove the piston pin retaining clips using the J 43654 .

    3. Object Number: 35866 Size: SH
  3. Remove the piston pin.