No.

1L-77 JANUARY 10, 1977

Pointers
Division of General Motors Corporation, La Grange, Illinois

LINER/PISTON INSPECTION GUIDE

The information contained in this publication is intended for use as a visual inspection guide to determine liner/piston condition. During an "in engine" liner/piston inspection, a correct diagnosis is important to prevent the unnecessary removal of still serviceable parts, or the continued operation of a non-serviceable part, possibly resulting in a complete failure. The illustrations show the conditions most likely to be observed, and the captions give the correct terms to define them. Consistent use of these terms, when describing liner and piston conditions, will permit an accurate evaluation of the problem at hand, and be understandable to anyone familiar with such conditions. When liner bores are inspected and abnormal conditions are observed, check piston ring and piston skirt condition BEFORE changing out a power assembly. Do not remove an assembly based on liner appearance only. Refer to the applicable illustration in the guide for the action to be taken based on the observed conditions.

NOTE
The "major" thrust side of a liner bore (left bank cylinders on lefthand rotation engines and right bank cylinders on right-hand rotation engines) will show more wear than the "minor" thrust side. The ''major" side can be inspected through the ports. The "minor" side, being outboard, can not be viewed through the ports, and the condition of the liners on the "major" side should be accepted as the criteria for their condition. Continued usage or replacement of the liner and/or piston, based on the recommended ''ACTION," can contribute significantly to extended component service life and the prevention of engine damage.

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