2003 Kawasaki JetSki 800 SX-R Factory service manual, Page 92Get this manual
5-8 ENGINE TOP END Engine Top End
When installing piston pin snap ring, compress it only enough to install it and no more
CAUTION
Do not reuse rings, as removal weakens and deforms themThey could fall out and score the cylinder wallFit new piston pin snap ring into the side of each piston so that the snap ring opening [A] does not coincide with the slits [B] of the piston pin holeSe the new cylinder base gasket in place on the crankcaseApply engine oil to the surface of the pistonsCompress the piston ringsSpecial Tools Piston Ring Compressor Grip: 57001-1095 [A1 Piston Ring Compressor Belt, $67 79: 57001-1097 [B]