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Piston Ring-to-Groove Clearance  

1 .  NOTE :  

 
Using the Feeler Gauge, measure the piston ring clearance.  
 

 

 

Published : Mar 2, 2001

 

The piston ring must protrude from the piston groove. To determine the piston ring clearance, insert the Feeler 
Gauge right to the back of the groove, behind the wear ridge. 

Valve Spring Free Length > < Piston Ring End Gap