FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Piston Ring: Service and Repair


Replacing Piston Rings on All Pistons
(Pistons Removed)





Remove piston rings with a piston-ring compressing pliers.

Note: It might not be possible to find the identification on used piston rings.

Put aside piston rings in correct sequence and installation position.
Only install new pistons in conjunction with new piston rings.





Installation:
Insert piston rings with the word "TOP" facing piston crown.
1. Plain compression ring
2. Stepped taper-face ring "TOP"
3. Slotted oil ring with hose spring clip





Measure axial play.





Measure end clearance.