2011 Arctic Cat Prowler XT/XTX/XTZ ATV/ROV Service Manual, Page 41Get this manual
2Remove each ring by working it toward the dome of the piston while rotating it out of the groove CC280D
Measuring Piston Pin (Outside Diameter) and Piston-Pin Bore
1Measure the piston pin outside diameter at each end and in the centerIf measurement is not within specifications, the piston pin must be replaced
CleaningInspecting Piston
1Take an old piston ring and snap it into two pieces; then grind the end of the old ring to 45 angle and to sharp edge2Using the sharpened ring as tool, clean carbon from the ring-groovesBe sure to position the ring with its tapered side up
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