Kawasaki KX65 - Owner's Manual - page 63
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A. Piston Pin Puller Assembly: 57001-910
Piston Ring Removal
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Carefully spread the ring gap with your thumbs
and then push up on the opposite side of the ring
to remove it.
A. Piston Ring
Piston Ring, Piston Ring Groove Inspection
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Visually inspect the piston rings and the piston ring
grooves.
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If the rings are worn unevenly or damaged, they
must be replaced.
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If the piston ring grooves are worn unevenly or
damaged, the piston must be replaced and fitted
with new rings.
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Check for uneven the piston ring groove wear by
inspecting the ring seating.
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The piston rings should fit perfectly parallel to the
groove surfaces. If not, the piston must be re-
placed.
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With the piston ring in its groove, make several
measurements with a thickness gauge to deter-
mine piston ring/groove clearance.