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 RAM2023DURANGO R/T PLUS, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 3 (6.2L ENGINE (SERVICE INFORMATION))ENGINE BLOCKRING(S), PISTONSTANDARD PROCEDUREPISTON RING SIDE CLEARANCE
2023 Dodge and Ram Durango R/T Plus, AWD
Piston Ring Side Clearance
2023 Dodge and Ram Durango R/T Plus, AWDSECTION 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. 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.