Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2023CHARGER SXT, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 2 (6.4L ENGINE (SERVICE INFORMATION))ENGINE BLOCKRING(S), PISTONSTANDARD PROCEDUREPISTON RING SIDE CLEARANCE
2023 Dodge and Ram Charger SXT, 4WD
Piston Ring Side Clearance
2023 Dodge and Ram Charger SXT, 4WDSECTION Piston Ring Side Clearance
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE:
Make sure the piston ring grooves are clean and free of nicks and burrs.
- Measure the piston ring side clearance with a feeler gauge (1) as shown in the illustration. Make sure the feeler gauge fits snugly between the piston ring land and the piston ring, replace any ring not within specification.NOTE:
Make sure the marks on the compression rings face upward.
- Rotate the ring around the piston. The ring must rotate in the groove without binding.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.