John Deere 6101 — Remove Pistons and Connecting Rods
Repair & overhaul · Cylinder block, liners, pistons and rods
For the John Deere 6101, from the John Deere service manual.
Applies to: John Deere 6101
Before you start
- Do not rotate crankshaft with head removed unless liners are bolted down
Procedure
- Drain coolant and oil; disconnect turbocharger oil inlet line.
- Remove cylinder head, oil pan and oil pump.
- Bolt cylinder liners down in seven locations; tighten to 68 N·m (50 lb-ft).
- Remove carbon from liner bore with scraper or ridge reamer.
- Remove connecting rod cap screws and rod caps with bearings.
- Mark piston and liner as a set; keep matched parts together.
- Tap piston through top of cylinder block from the bottom.
Tools required
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Specs & values
- Cylinder liner cap screws 68 N·m (50 lb-ft)
Full service-parts list: John Deere 6101 →
Source: John Deere service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.