5579311
Engine Piston Kit
Cummins®

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Cummins®

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$329.95 $392.64

This truck part is made by Cummins®. We guarantee that all of our parts are from the OEM (original equipment manufacturer), ensuring a proper fit and quality manufacturing.


DESCRIPTION
An engine piston kit, with part number 5579311, is a set of components that includes the piston itself, as well as any necessary rings and pins. The piston is a cylindrical component that moves up and down within the engine cylinder. As it moves upward, it compresses the fuel and air mixture in the cylinder. When ignition occurs, the resulting explosion drives the piston back down with force, which transfers to the crankshaft and ultimately powers the vehicle. Piston kits are often used during engine rebuilds or repairs to replace worn or damaged pistons or rings. Proper installation of an engine piston kit is crucial for optimal engine performance and longevity.
* This information is provided as is and may be out of date. Please contact us or the manufacturer to verify warranty coverage.
* Variable geometry turbocharger and electronic actuator repairs are not eligible to be claimed as over-the-counter under New or ReCon parts warranty for parts installed after October 1, 2018.
* Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC), Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) catalyst, and Electronic Control Module (ECM) repairs are not eligible to be claimed as over-the-counter under New or ReCon parts warranty for parts installed after January 1, 2020.
* These restrictions are only applicable to New parts and ReCon parts coverages for the components listed above sold to a customer in the US or Canada. All other coverages are excluded. All other regions are excluded.