Mahle 42282CP Engine Piston Ring Set

Overview

MAHLE 42282CP is a premium engine piston ring set built for specific Ford and Lincoln applications that use a standard bore and shallow groove design. It combines carbon steel top and second rings with a plasma-moly face coating to support low-friction operation and controlled oil use.

Compatible With Ford and Lincoln engines in applications such as the Ford Focus, Ford Fusion, and Lincoln MKZ, this ring set follows OE-driven engineering targets for durability and service life. Part number 42282CP is a direct fit solution for the listed vehicles and engine configurations.

Key Features

• Premium-grade piston ring set for engine rebuild and repair work
• Plasma-moly ring face coating for reduced friction at the cylinder wall
• Carbon steel top and second rings for strength and wear resistance
• Standard oversize with a 3.4449 in bore diameter
• Shallow groove design for the listed Ford and Lincoln applications

Detailed Description

MAHLE 42282CP is engineered around OE requirements and uses advanced ring materials to balance sealing performance, oil control, and long service life. The ring pack includes carbon steel top and second rings, a GNS oil ring assembly, and a plasma-moly face coating that helps manage friction where the rings contact the cylinder wall. This makes it a practical choice for engine service on Ford C-Max, Ford Edge, Ford Escape, Ford Explorer, Ford Focus, Ford Fusion, Ford Taurus, Ford Special Service Police Sedan, Lincoln MKC, Lincoln MKT, and Lincoln MKZ applications listed in the fitment data.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application. Use part number 42282CP when matching the correct piston ring set for the specified bore and groove dimensions.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive oil consumption caused by worn or incorrect piston rings
• Loss of cylinder sealing that can affect compression
• Increased friction from aged ring faces and worn coatings
• Engine rebuild needs requiring standard-size ring components
• Fitment issues on listed Ford and Lincoln engine applications

Installation Notes

Verify bore diameter, ring thickness, and groove style before installation. Confirm the engine code and application details against the vehicle service information for the Ford Focus, Ford Fusion, or Lincoln MKZ before assembly. Clean cylinder walls thoroughly and inspect ring end gaps during engine rebuild procedures.

Quality Assurance

MAHLE develops piston rings to OE-level technical requirements and focuses on friction reduction, oil control, and service life. Part number 42282CP reflects that engineering approach for the listed Ford and Lincoln applications.