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Piston - Ring-To-Groove Clearance

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  1. Inspect the piston for ring land damage or accelerated wear.
    Fig 1: Identifying Piston Ring Land
    G03435309Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Measure the piston ring-to-groove clearance.
    • Refer to appropriate ENGINE article for the procedure.
    • If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to appropriate ENGINE article for the procedure.
    Fig 2: Measuring Piston Ring-To-Groove Clearance
    G03435310Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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