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
NOTE:
RH side reversing lamp assembly shown, LH side similar.
Remove the rear bumper cover.
Refer to: Rear Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the electrical connector...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the floor console.
Refer to: Floor Console (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
Detach the wiring harness retainers from the selector lever...