Mustang GT V8-4.6L SOHC VIN X (1998)
Piston Ring: Service and Repair
Replacement
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
1. Remove piston rings using a piston ring expander.
2. Clean and inspect piston.
3. Verify piston ring end gap.
4. Install oil ring expander and two rails by hand. Position oil ring rail and expander gaps as shown.
5. Using a piston ring expander, install two compression rings as shown. Follow instructions on the piston ring package.
