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Piston Ring, Engine

Piston Compression Ring End Gap (Measured In Cylinder Bore):
Production:
Top 0.23 - 0.38 mm (0.009 - 0.0149 inch)
2nd 0.44 - 0.64 mm (0.0173 - 0.0251 inch)
Service Limit:
Top 0.23 - 0.38 mm (0.009 - 0.0149 inch) Maximum
2nd 0.44 - 0.64 mm (0.0173 - 0.0251 inch) Maximum
Piston Oil Ring End Gap (Measured In Cylinder Bore):
Production 0.18 - 0.69 mm (0.007 - 0.0271 inch)
Service Limit 0.18 - 0.69 mm (0.007 - 0.0271 inch) Maximum