Piston, Engine

2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4WD V8-5.3L VIN MSECTION Piston, Engine

Piston Pin Clearance to Piston Pin Bore
Production 0.002 - 0.01 mm (0.00008 - 0.0004 in)
Service 0.002 - 0.015 mm (0.00008 - 0.0006 in)

Piston Pin Diameter 23.952 - 23.955 mm (0.943 - 0.943 in)

Piston Pin Fit in Connecting Rod Bore
Production 0.007 - 0.02 mm (0.00027 - 0.00078 in)
Service 0.007 - 0.022 mm (0.00027 - 0.00086 in)

Piston Diameter 96.002 - 96.036 mm (3.779 - 3.78 in)
(Measured Over Skirt Coating)

Piston-to-Bore Clearance
Production -0.036 to +0.016 mm (-0.0014 to +0.0006 in)
Service Limit with Skirt Coating Worn Off 0.071 mm (0.0028 in)
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

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  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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