2001 Arctic Cat ATVs factory service and repair manual, Page 217Get this manual

2001 Arctic Cat ATVs factory service and repair manual, Page 217

Installing Piston Rings
1Install thin ring, corrugated ring, and thin ring in the bottom groove of the pistonStagger the gaps of the upper and lower thin ringsFig3-801

1Using non-metallic carbon removal tool, remove any carbon buildup from the combustion chamber being careful not to nick, scrape, or damage the combustion chamber or the sealing surface2Inspect the spark plug hole for any damaged threadsRepair damaged threads using "heli-coil" insert3Place the cylinder head on the surface plate covered with #400 grit wet-or-dry sandpaperUsing light pressure, move the cylinder head in figure eight motionInspect the sealing surface for any indication of high spotsA high spot can be noted by bright metallic finishCorrect any high spots before assembly by continuing to move the cylinder head in figure eight motion until uniform bright metallic finish is attained