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Piston Ring, Engine

Ring Width:
Compression (Top) 1.460 - 1.490 mm (0.0575 - 0.0587 inch)
Compression (Bottom) 1.460 - 1.490 mm (0.0575 - 0.0587 inch)
Oil Ring Side Seal - Snug Fit
Service Limit Side Clearance 0.15 mm Max. (0.0006 inch Max.)
Ring Gap:
Compression (Top):
In Gauge 0.25 - 0.50 mm (0.01 - 0.02 inch)
Compression (Bottom):
In Gauge 0.25 - 0.50 mm (0.01 - 0.02 inch)
Oil Ring (Steel Rail):
In Gauge 0.25 - 1.25 mm (0.010 - 0.049 inch)
Side Clearance:
1st Ring 0.040 - 0.095 mm (0.0016 - 0.0037 inch)
2nd Ring 0.040 - 0.095 mm (0.0016 - 0.0037 inch)