Piston Ring Side Clearance
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Side clearance:
Top ring
0.040 - 0.080 mm (0.0016 - 0.0031 in)
2nd ring
0.030 - 0.070 mm (0.0012 - 0.0028 in)
Oil ring
0.015 - 0.050 mm (0.0006 - 0.0020 in)
Max. limit of side clearance:
Top ring 0.11 mm (0.0043 in)
2nd ring 0.1 mm (0.004 in)
If out of specification, replace piston ring. If clearance exceeds maximum limit with new ring, replace piston.