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Piston Rings

  1. Check ring end gap and side clearances. Measure ring end gap .472" (12.0 mm) from bottom of cylinder bore. See PISTONS, PINS & RINGS  table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Install piston ring in following sequence. Install oil ring expander, upper oil ring side rail and lower oil ring side rail.
  2. Install No. 2 compression ring and No. 1 compression ring. Ensure No. 2 ring is installed with dot (manufacturer's identification mark) facing up. See Figure. DO NOT use a piston ring expander to install oil ring side rails or expander. Position ring gaps in proper locations before piston installation. See Figure.
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