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Replacing the Piston Rings on a Lancia Thema

Model: Lancia Thema MK 1 - Years: 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994

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In today's video, you will learn how to disassemble and replace the piston rings on a Lancia Thema, following the instructions below. First, open the bonnet of your car and start by removing the cylinder head cover, taking out the spark plugs; unscrew the cylinder head bolts to access the lower part of the engine block.

At this point, remove the cylinders to later take out the pistons by disassembling the conrod pins; then remove the old piston rings from the pistons, replacing them with new ones, following the video tutorial to the end!


Updated on 24 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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