TM 5-4320-302-14
6-16.
PISTON ASSEMBLY (CONT)
Location/Item
Action
Remarks
NOTE
Excessively worn pistons, rings, or cylinders may be an indication of abnormal maintenance practices or
operating conditions. Check for and correct any abnormalities.
6.
Piston
Inspect piston, piston skirt, and all grooves for excessive wear and damage. Examine
piston for scoring, fretting, pitting, cracks (especially on the interior surfaces), damaged
ring grooves or lands, or indications of overheating. Slight scoring may be cleaned with
P-C-458 crocus cloth. Follow procedure described under repair.
7.
Cylinder
If piston is badly worn or damaged, check cylinder for excessive out-of-round, high
spots, or other damage in accordance with paragraph 6-15.
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