Mini Ram Van L4-156 2.6L SOHC VIN G 2-bbl (1984)
Fig. 19 Installing oil ring side rail
INSTALLING PISTON RING SIDE RAIL
1. Place one end of side rail between piston ring groove and spacer expander, Fig. 19.
2. Hold end of ring firmly and press downward on portion to be installed until side rail is in position. Do not use piston ring extender.
3. Install upper side rail first, then the lower side rail.
Fig. 20 Piston ring end gap location
PISTON RING END GAP LOCATION
1. Position piston ring end gaps as shown in Fig. 20.
2. Position oil ring expander gap at least 45 ° from side rail gaps, but not on the piston pin center line or in thrust direction.
