Piston Ring: Service and Repair

INSTALL PISTON RINGS
1. Install the oil ring expander and two side rails by hand.






2. Install the oil ring expander and two side rails by hand.
(a) Using a piston ring expander, install the two compression rings with the code marks facing upward.
(b) Position the piston rings so that the ring ends are as shown.

CAUTION: Do not align the end gaps.

1986-87






1. Using a piston ring expander, install the two compression rings with the code mark facing upward.











2. Position the piston rings so that the ring ends are as shown.

CAUTION: Do not align the end gaps.



1988-89






1. Using a piston ring expander, install the two compression rings with the code mark facing upward. Code mark: R






2. Position the piston rings so that the ring ends are as shown.

NOTICE: Do not align the piston ring ends.

1990-93