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:
Removal
WARNING:
The bulb contains gas under pressure. The bulb may shatter
if the glass envelope is scratched or if the bulb is dropped. Handle the
bulb only by its base. Avoid touching the glass envelope. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in personal injury...
Activation
NOTE:
Compressor with a spring rubber clutch shown others similar.
Check the A/C clutch air gap at 3 equally spaced places between the
clutch plate and the A/C clutch pulley. Refer to Specifications in Group
412.
Remove the A/C clutch...