Piston Ring, Engine

2000 Saturn SL1 L4-1.9L SOHC VIN 8SECTION Piston Ring, Engine
Ring End Gap (Top) Standard 0.0071 - 0.0130 Inch (in)
Service Limit 0.0177 Inch (in)
Ring End Gap (2nd) Standard 0.0138-0.0216 Inch (in)
Service Limit 0.0256 Inch (in)
Ring End Gap (Oil) Standard 0.0039 - 0.0197 Inch (in)
Service Limit 0.0256 Inch (in)
Piston-to-Ring (Top) Standard 0.0016 - 0.0028 Inch (in)
Service Limit 0.0035 Inch (in)
Piston-to-Ring (2nd) Standard 0.0012 - 0.0031 Inch (in)
Service Limit 0.0031 Inch (in)
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.