Lancer L4-2.4L SOHC (2005)
Piston Ring: Specifications
Check for clearance between the piston ring and ring groove. If it exceeds the limit, replace the ring or piston, or both.
Standard value:
Number 1 ....................................................................................................................................................... 0.03 - 0.07 mm (0.0012 - 0.0027 inch)
Number 2 ........................................................................................................................................................ 0.02 - 0.06 mm (0.0008 - 0.0023 inch)
Limit ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 0.1 mm (0.003 inch)
Insert the piston ring into the cylinder bore. Force the ring down with a piston, the piston crown being in contact with the ring, to correctly position it at
right angles to the cylinder wall. Then, measure the end gap with a feeler gauge. If the ring gap is excessive, replace the piston ring.
Standard value:
Number 1 ........................................................................................................................................................... 0.15 - 0.30 mm (0.006 - 0.012 inch)
Number 2 ........................................................................................................................................................... 0.28 - 0.43 mm (0.011 - 0.017 inch)
Oil ...................................................................................................................................................................... 0.10 - 0.40 mm (0.003 - 0.015 inch)
Limit:
Number 1, Number 2 .................................................................................................................................................................... 0.8 mm (0.03 inch)
Oil .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 1.0 mm (0.03 inch)
