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Checking ring to groove clearance

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Fig 1: Checking Ring To Groove Clearance
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Special tools and equipment 

Work sequence 

Piston ring    Ring to groove clearance 
    New Wear limit
Compression rings mm 0.06 to 0.09 0.20
Oil scraper ring mm 0.03 to 0.06 0.15