>> B << Oil Ring Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fit the oil ring spacer into the piston ring groove.
NOTE: The side rails and spacer may be installed in either direction.

NOTE: New spacers and side rails are colored for identification of their sizes.

Fig 1: Oil Ring Spacer Identification Reference Table
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Fig 2: Identifying Oil Ring Spacer Correct Installation Method
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CAUTION: Do not use a piston ring expander when installing side rail.

Fig 3: Installing Upper Side Rail

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Install the upper side rail.
To install the side rail, first fit one end of the rail into the piston groove, then press the remaining portion into position by hand. See illustration.
Install the lower side rail in the same manner as described in step 2.
Make sure that the side rails move smoothly in both directions.