12006AC580 Subaru PISTON SET, Price: 47.59$, Weight: 0.43kg


Make Number Name Availability Weight, kg Ship in, Days Price

Subaru

12006AC580

PISTON SET

0

0.43

7-10

47.59$

Not Available

Originals

Make Number Name Availability Weight, kg Processing, days Price  
Subaru
12006AC580 
PISTON SET
0
0.495
-
43.98$
Not Available

Compatibility

BodyMade For RegionEngineVehicle GradeMarketModel Year FromModel Year ToDiagram
WAGONRHD1600CC EMPI SOHC NA16IEurope/General06.200506.2007 View

Engine Piston Kit for Subaru Boxer Engines

Inside every Subaru boxer motor, the piston is the hard-working part that turns fuel power into real movement. This piston kit is needed when the engine has low compression, oil burning, piston slap noise, or scoring after overheating. A fresh set restores the tight seal and smooth running your engine was built for. 🔧

How It Works

The piston travels up and down in the cylinder. On the power stroke, combustion pressure pushes it down, spinning the crankshaft through the connecting rod. The piston rings help seal combustion, control oil on the cylinder wall, and transfer heat into the block for cooling.

What Happens If the Piston Is Worn or Damaged

A cracked or worn piston can cause heavy blow-by, misfires, loss of power, and high oil consumption. In worse cases it can melt, seize in the bore, or damage the cylinder wall and bearings—turning a simple rebuild into a full engine replacement. ⚠️

Best Practice Tip

Always check cylinder taper/out-of-round and ring end gap during installation, and replace related gaskets and bearings as needed for long life.

Compatibility

  • Subaru Impreza