Fitting Pistons and Connecting Rods

Removing and installing pistons for engine type M96/22 (2.7 l)

The installation of the pistons for engine type M96/22 (2.7 l) is the same as for the Boxster S (3.2 l).





Only the centering aid, special tool 9602/4, must be used for fitting pistons on cylinder bank 4 - 6.

Distinguishing characteristic:

Thickness of centering aid 9602/4 = 8 mm.
Thickness of Boxster S centering aid 9602/2 = 10 mm



Removing and installing pistons - Boxster S




Engine type M96/21







Tools

Fitting pistons and connecting rods





Prepare pistons and connecting rods for installation in the crankcase half of cylinders 1 - 3.




Fitting overview of components




Procedures and Instructions