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Piston, Engine






PISTON-TO-CYLINDER CLEARANCE
Clearance 0.023 - 0.051 mm {0.0010 - 0.0020 inch}
Maximum 0.15 mm {0.006 inch}

NOTES:
- If the clearance exceeds the maximum, replace the piston or rebore the cylinders to fit oversize pistons.
- If the piston is replaced, the piston rings must also be replaced.