Patriot 4WD L4-2.4L (2009)
Piston Ring: Procedures
PISTON RING - FITTING
1. Wipe cylinder bore clean. Insert ring and push down with piston to ensure it is square in bore. The ring gap measurement must be made with the
ring positioning at least 13 mm (0.50 inch) from bottom of cylinder bore and below the bottom of the oil ring travel where cylinder bore has
minimal wear. Check gap with feeler gauge. Refer to Engine Specifications. See: Specifications/Engine Specifications
NOTE: Ring end gap measurements are sensitive to the ring being square in the bore. Care must be used to avoid tilting the rings in cylinder
bores when taking measurements.
2. Check piston ring to groove side clearance. Refer to Engine Specifications. See: Specifications/Engine Specifications
CAUTION: Exercise care when using tools on piston. Do not scratch or gouge piston surface or ring grooves as this may cause engine damage.
