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Piston Ring Set: Remove & Replace

WARNING: This page is about the Spectrum Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
Includes: Remove carbon and Cylinder ridge, burnish Cylinders and replace Rod Bearings. Adjust Valves (where applicable). DOES NOT include Pin fit and/or align.

Applies ToNoteStandard HoursWarranty HoursSkill Level
Automatic Trans,Normally Aspirated, All Cylinders10.5A
Additional Procedure: PISTON RING SET: Remove & Replace:
Gas, Where Air Cond interferes add0.40.4A
In-Line4, Where Air Cond interferes add0.40.4A
Where Cruise Control interferes add0.2A
Where Elect Eng System interferes add0.5A
Combination Procedure: PISTON OR ROD PIN: Remove & Replace:
DOES NOT include Pin fit and/or align.
Each0.3A
Combination Procedure: ROCKER ARM &/OR SHAFT: Disassemble & Assemble:
Includes: Clean and replace necessary components only.
Both0.6B
One0.3B
Combination Procedure: ROCKER ARM STUD: Remove & Replace:
Each Additional0.2B
One0.3B
Combination Procedure: VALVE SPRING ASSEMBLED HEIGHT: Correct:
Per 3 Springs0.2A