Piston Rings

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Suzuki Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

To measure end gap, insert piston ring into cylinder bore and then measure the gap by using thickness gauge. If measured gap is out of specification, replace ring.

NOTE: Clean carbon deposits and any other dirt from top of cylinder bore before inserting piston ring.

Piston ring end gap

Fig 1: Piston Ring End Gap Specifications Chart

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Fig 2: Measuring Piston Ring End Gap

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