9. Align the gaps of the upper piston rings · offset by 180°. Make sure that the gap

911 Carrera (996) Engine -Crankshaft, pistons 9. Align the gaps of the upper piston rings offset by 180°. Make sure that the gap of the second piston ring is aligned with the twist lock. ~o ~ -- , / 505_97 ~ 557_98 10. Place piston with connecting rod in I installationposition. I~ ""-",, 558_98 12. Use the handle of a hammer to tap the piston into the cylinder while firmly pressing on the edge of the restrainingstrap. Use protective gloves. Note 258_97 The piston must be fitted in the cylinder carefullyand with feeling. If the resistance 11. Tighten piston ring clamp and fit piston increases, immediately interrupt the with connecting rod. assemblyprocess. Repositionthe piston ring restraining strap and repeat the assembly Note operation. Generously coat the piston and restraining strap with engine oil before fitting the piston. 131019 Removing and installing pistons 13- 51 II~