OEM 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Piston Ring Set

2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Piston Ring Set Parts and Q&A

• Q: What Are the Key Steps for Installing a Piston Ring Set to Ensure Proper Alignment and Gap Positioning on 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

  A: Make sure to use a feeler gauge to check the piston ring end gap before putting them on the piston. When fitting piston rings, keep the manufacturer's identifying mark facing toward the top of the piston head. Put the piston rings in this way: oil ring expander, upper oil ring side rail, lower oil ring side rail, then No. 2 intermediate piston ring and finally No. 1 upper piston ring. Stick the oil ring expander in first, next the upper side rail and lastly connect the lower side rail. To fit the side rails, put an end into the space between the piston ring groove and the oil ring expander, press it tight and press down to fix it, without using any piston ring expander. Following this, set the No. 2 piston ring and then the No. 1 piston ring. Don't put the oil ring expander in line with the side rail gaps or piston pin center at the center and space it at least 45° away from the side rail gaps, as this helps oil control.