Accord EX Sedan L4-2254cc 2.3L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (1998)
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Piston: Testing and Inspection
INSPECTION
1. Check the piston for distortion or cracks.
2. Measure the piston diameter at a point 16 mm (0.6 inch) from the bottom of the skirt. There are two standard-size pistons (No Letter or A, and B).
The letter is stamped on the top of the piston. Letters are also stamped on the block as cylinder bore sizes.
Piston Diameter:
Standard (New):
No Letter (or A): 85.980 - 85.990 mm (3.3850 - 3.3854 inch)
B: 85.970 - 85.980 mm (3.3846 - 3.3850 inch)
Service Limit:
No Letter (or A): 85.970 mm (3.3846 inch)
B: 85.960 mm (3.3842 inch)
3. Measure wear and taper in direction X and Y at three levels in each cylinder as shown. If measurements in any cylinder are beyond the Oversize
Bore Service Limit, replace the block. If the block is to be rebored, refer to step 6 after reboring.
Cylinder Bore Size:
