Piston Ring Side Clearance
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Infiniti QX60. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Measure side clearance of piston ring and piston ring groove with feeler gauge.
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Standard Side Clearance |
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Top ring |
: 0.045 - 0.080 mm (0.0018 - 0.0031 in) |
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2nd ring |
: 0.030 - 0.070 mm (0.0012 - 0.0028 in) |
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Oil ring |
: 0.045 - 0.125 mm (0.0018 - 0.0049 in) |
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Maximum Limit |
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Top ring |
: 0.11 mm (0.0043 in) |
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2nd ring |
: 0.1 mm (0.004 in) |
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Oil ring |
: -- |
- If out of specification, replace piston ring assembly. If clearance exceeds maximum limit with new rings, replace piston.