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To prevent compressed gas passing into the oil sump of the engine of an automobile.

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The piston rings create a seal between the piston and the cylinder wall.


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Gently, they break easily. They also make tools to R&R piston rings to avoid breaking the rings.


In a typical automotive engine the piston contains?

Oil rings Combustion rings Piston rod Piston rop cap


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To compress gases in order to create a controlled expansion of gases thus allowing the piston to descend


Where is piston rings located in engine?

The piston rings are fitted round the piston to make a better gas-tight fit in the cylinder.


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How do you run large engine with broken piston rings?

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