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Checking ring-to-groove clearance

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required 

Work sequence 

Fig 1: Identifying Ring Gap Using Feeler Gauge
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Piston ring Dimensions in mm new Wear limit
1. Compression ring 0.06 to 0.09 0.25
2. Compression ring 0.05 to 0.08 0.25
Oil scraper ring 0.03 to 0.06 0.15
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