Piston - Selection

NOTE: The cylinder bore must be within the specifications for taper and out-of-round before fitting a piston.

Select a piston size based on the cylinder bore.

Fig 1: Measuring Piston - To Cylinder Bore Clearance
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: For precision fit, new pistons are divided into three categories within each size range based on their relative position within the range. A paint spot or specific size grade on a new piston indicates the position within the size range.

Fig 2: Identifying Correct Paint Color Or Specific Size Grade

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Choose the piston with the correct paint color or specific size grade.
- Refer to the appropriate ENGINE MECHANICAL article for the procedure.