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Question 8 of 30

The lower most ring on a diesel engine piston is called

A
split ring
B
compression ring
C
pressure ring
D
oil scraper ring
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Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is Option D: oil scraper ring.

The bottom-most ring on a piston, typically featuring a tapered or spring-loaded design, is the oil scraper ring. Its function is to scrape excess lubricating oil from the cylinder walls during the piston's downstroke, preventing it from entering the combustion chamber.