Ford Ecosport: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Bearing Inspection
Inspection
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Cratering - fatigue failure
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Spot glazing - incorrect seating
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Scratching - dirty engine oil
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Base exposed - poor lubrication
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Both edges worn - journal damaged
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One edge worn - journal tapered or bearing not seated
Symptom Charts
Symptom Chart - Gasoline Engine Performance
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...
Make sure the oil in the crankcase is of the correct
viscosity and at the correct level and that the battery is correctly
charged. Operate the vehicle until the engine is at normal operating
temperature...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Hot Air Gun
Removal
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
If equipped, remove the engine undershield...
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Remove and discard the roof moulding.
Installation
NOTE:
Make sure that a new component is installed.
Install the roof moulding...