2003 Polaris Sportsman 600, 2002-2003 Polaris Sportsman 700 Service Manual, Page 82Get this manual

2003 Polaris Sportsman 600, 2002-2003 Polaris Sportsman 700 Service Manual, Page 82

ENGINE apply heat to the piston ringsThe ring may lose radial tension3Remove top compression ring: Using piston ring pliers: Carefully expand ring and lift it off the pistonCAUTION: Do not expand the ring more than the amount necessary to remove it from the piston, or the ring may breakBy hand: Placing both thumbs as shown, spread the ring open and push up on the opposite sideDo not scratch the ring landsb) Remove the expander
Compression Rings

Oil Ring

CYLINDER INSPECTION

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