Piston Ring Side Clearance
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Nissan Sentra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Side clearance:
Top ring: 0.045-0.080 mm (0.0018-0.0031 in)
2nd ring: 0.030-0.070 mm (0.0012-0.0028 in)
Oil ring: 0.065-0.135 mm (0.0026-0.0053 in)
Max. limit of side clearance: 0.2 mm (0.008 in)
If out of specification, replace piston and/or piston ring assembly.