2001 Polaris SLX, PRO 1200, Virage TX, Genesis, Virage TXi, Genesis i Personal Watercraft Service Manual, Page 121Get this manual
EngineCooling Engine AssemblyAll 1200 ModelsContinued
18Align ring end gaps with locating pins on each piston and compress ringsInstall each cylinder carefully using gentle front-to-back motionInstall cylinder base nuts loosely
Do not twist or force cylinder during installationIMPORTANT: To prevent possible water leaks at exhaust manifold, the cylinders must be aligned before the base nuts are tightened