Tacoma Regular Cab 4WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1997)
Piston Ring: Service and Repair
Installation
1. Install the oil ring expander and 2 side rails by hand.
2. Using a piston ring expander, install the 2 compression rings with the code mark facing upward.
Code Mark:
No. 1: "1R" or "T"
No. 2: "2R" or "T"
3. Position the piston rings so that the ring ends are as shown.
CAUTION: Do not align the end gaps.