2011 Arctic Cat 366SE ATV Service Manual, Page 29Get this manual
13Lift the cylinder off the crankcase taking care not to allow the piston to drop against the crankcaseAccount for the gasket and two alignment pins NOTE: Support the connecting rod with rubber bands to avoid damaging the rod or install connecting rod holder
CAUTION
Do not allow the connecting rod to go down inside the crankcaseIf the rod is down inside the crankcase and the crankshaft is rotated, severe damage will result
NOTE: If the existing rings will not be replaced with new rings, note the location of each ring for proper installationWhen replacing with new rings, replace as complete set onlyIf the piston rings must be removed, remove them in this sequence
AT THIS POINT
To service cylinder, see Servicing Top-Side Components sub-section
CAUTION
When removing the cylinder, be sure to support the piston to prevent damage to the crankcase and piston
14Using an awl, remove one piston-pin circlipTake care not to drop it into the crankcaseMD1211