Crossfire SRT-6 V6-3.2L SC VIN N (2005)
Piston Ring: Service and Repair
PISTON RINGS
REMOVAL
1. Remove the pistons and connecting rods.
CAUTION: Do not remove the oil scraper ring with the pliers. The oil scraper ring must be removed and installed by hand.
2. Using piston ring pliers, remove the piston rings.
CAUTION: Do not cut or scratch pistons while cleaning.
3. Use a ring grove cleaner or a broken ring to remove deposits in the ring grooves.
4. Inspect the pistons for heat scoring and distortion at the piston pin openings and piston skirts. Replace as required.
INSTALLATION
1. Measure the end gap (1) with rings at the bottom of the cylinder.
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Ring # 1 clearance is 0.20 mm to 0.35 mm.
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Ring # 2 clearance is 0.20 mm to 0.40 mm.
