4x Piston Rings & Con Rod Kit For Hyundai Accent Veloster Kia Rio Soul 1.6 12-17

Piston Rings & Con Rod Kit for Hyundai Accent Veloster Kia Rio Soul

This four-piece piston ring and connecting rod kit replaces worn or damaged engine internals on 1.6L engines, restoring compression and connecting the piston to the crankshaft for 2012 through 2017 model years.

Overview

This piston rings and con rod kit supplies the ring sets and connecting rods needed when rebuilding the lower end of a 1.6L four-cylinder engine. Each piston ring and con rod kit component is sized for the listed Hyundai and Kia applications, helping restore sealing, oil control, and rod-to-crank connection. It suits engine rebuilders and owners servicing high-mileage 1.6L powerplants.

Built For Performance

• Four piston ring sets included for a complete four-cylinder rebuild
• Matching connecting rods sized for the 1.6L engine platform
• Rings designed to support compression sealing and oil control
• Rod construction suited to the loads of a 1.6L four-cylinder
• Kit format keeps the ring and rod components together for one job

Fits These Machines

• for Hyundai Accent 1.6L 2012-2017
• for Hyundai Veloster 1.6L 2012-2017
• for Kia Rio 1.6L 2012-2017
• for Kia Soul 1.6L 2012-2017

On-The-Job Use

• Engine rebuilds where rings and rods are replaced together
• Repairing low compression or excessive oil consumption
• Refreshing the lower end during a head gasket or timing job
• High-mileage 1.6L engines that need renewed cylinder sealing

Specs At A Glance

Good To Know

Q: Do I need to check piston-to-wall clearance before installing? A: Yes, ring end gaps and cylinder bore wear should be measured before assembly. Confirm the bore is within spec for this ring and rod kit.

Q: Is this kit a direct replacement for the original rods and rings? A: It is built to match the listed 1.6L applications, but verify your exact engine code and model year before ordering. Serial number and production changes can affect fit.

Slight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.