Piston Ring, Engine

2005 Suzuki Aerio L4-2.3LSECTION Piston Ring, Engine
Ring groove clearance
Top 0.03 - 0.07 mm (0.0012 - 0.0027 inch)
2nd 0.02 - 0.06 mm (0.0008 - 0.0023 inch)
Piston ring end gap
Top ring
Standard 0.20 - 0.35 mm (0.0079 - 0.0137 inch)
Limit 0.7 mm (0.276 inch)
2nd ring
Standard 0.35 - 0.50 mm (0.0138 - 0.0196 inch)
Limit 0.7 mm (0.0276 inch)
Oil ring
Standard 0.20 - 0.70 mm (0.0079 - 0.0275 inch)
Limit 1.8 mm (0.0709 inch)
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.
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  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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