SL L4-1.9L SOHC VIN 8 (1997)
b. Measure the cylinder bore diameter using a dial bore gauge, Service Tool at two axis (transverse and longitudinal) 63.5 mm (2 1/2 inch) from
top of block. Average the two measurements together for determining correct cylinder bore size and piston fit. Subtract the piston diameter
(measured at 5 mm [0.200 inch] from the bottom of the piston) measurement from the cylinder bore diameter measurement.
Cylinder No. 1, 2, and 3:
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Standard: 0.006-0.044 mm (0.0002-0.0017 inch).
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Service Limit: 0.070 mm (0.0028 inch) max.
Cylinder No. 4:
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Standard: 0.016-0.054 mm (0.0006-0.0021 inch).
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Service Limit: 0.070 mm (0.0028 inch) max.
If the clearance is greater than maximum, replace the piston. If necessary, hone or bore each cylinder required and replace the piston. If
necessary, replace the cylinder block.
3. Inspect clearance between flank of piston ring groove and new piston ring.
a. Using a feeler gauge measure side clearance between new piston ring and the flank of the piston ring groove.
Ring Groove Clearance:
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Standard: No. 1 Ring: 0.040-0.080 mm (0.0016-0.0032 inch).
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Service Limit: No. 1 Ring: 0.090 mm (0.0035 inch) max. 0.030-0.080 mm (0.0012-0.0031 inch).
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Service Limit: No. 2 Ring: 0.080 mm (0.0031 inch) max.
If the clearance is not within specification, replace the piston and rings.
