Ring(S), Piston: Removal: Removal

Fig 1: Ring Expander, Piston Rings & Oil Control Ring

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NOTE:

Typical piston shown in illustration.

Remove the piston and connecting rod(s). Refer to ROD, PISTON AND CONNECTING, REMOVAL .
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the piston rings, they must be removed in the following order:
- No. 1 (upper) piston ring (1)
- No. 2 (intermediate) piston ring (2)
- Oil control ring (3)
- Oil control ring expander (4)
Fig 2: Removing/Installing Upper & Intermediate Rings
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NOTE:
Typical piston shown in illustration.
Remove the No. 1 (upper) piston ring using a ring expander tool.
Remove the No. 2 (intermediate) piston ring using a ring expander tool.

Fig 3: Installing Piston Ring Side Rail
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NOTE:
Typical piston shown in illustration. Do not use a piston ring expander to remove the oil control ring (1).
Remove the oil control ring (1).
Remove the oil control ring expander.