2003 Johnson ST 6/8 HP 4 Stroke Outboards Service Manual, PN 5005471, Page 129Get this manual

2003 Johnson ST 6/8 HP 4 Stroke Outboards Service Manual, PN 5005471, Page 129

POWERHEAD DISASSEMBLYHP Bend rod cap screw retainer tabs back and remove screws, washers, retainers, and capRemove the rings from piston using piston ring expanderDO NOT save the ringsInstall complete set of NEW rings at reassembly
IMPORTANT: Replace retainers and rod cap
screws whenever removedUse 14 in(6 mm) diameter wood dowel to tap on rod for removal of piston and rod from blockDo not allow rod to contact cylinder wall