Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Piston Ring, Engine

Engine Overhaul
Piston ring side clearance
No. 1
Standard Value 0.03 - 0.07 mm (0.0012 - 0.0028 inch)
Limit 0.1 mm (0.003 inch)
No. 2
Standard Value 0.02 - 0.06 mm (0.0008 - 0.0023 inch)
Limit 0.1 mm (0.003 inch)
Piston ring end gap
No.1
Standard Value 0.20 - 0.30 mm (0.008 - 0.012 inch)
Limit 0.8 mm (0.03 inch)
No. 2
Standard Value 0.30 - 0.45 mm (0.012 - 0.018 inch)
Limit 0.8 mm (0.03 inch)