Ford Ecosport: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Cylinder Head Distortion

Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual / Engine / Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Cylinder Head Distortion

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Feeler Gauge

Check

NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.

NOTE: Make sure all cylinder head surfaces are clear of any gasket material, silicone sealant, oil and coolant. The cylinder head surface must be clean and dry before running a flatness check.

NOTE: Use a Straightedge that is calibrated by the manufacturer to be flat within 0.005 mm (0.0002 in) per running foot of length, such as Snap-On® GA438A or equivalent. For example, if the Straightedge is 61 cm (24 in) long, the machined edge must be flat within 0.010 mm (0.0004 in) from end to end.
Using a Straightedge and a Feeler Gauge Set, inspect the cylinder head for flatness in the sequence shown.
Use the General Equipment: Feeler Gauge

General Procedures - Cylinder Bore Taper

Check NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification. Measure the cylinder bore at the top, middle and bottom of piston ring travel in 2 directions as indicated...

General Procedures - Engine Noise Identification and Location

NOTE: This procedure uses multiple tools/methods to help locate the source of engine noise. It may be necessary to repeatedly compare the sound between the tools/methods to help locate the source of the noise...

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Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual: General Procedures - Reset the Oil Change Indicator

Activation Without starting the engine, place the ignition in RUN. Using the message center switch, navigate and select MAINTENANCE from the menu. REFER to the Owner Literature for additional information about the message center menu navigation...

Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual: Diagnosis and Testing - Pinpoint Test - DTC: AB, Vehicles With: Rear Seat Side Airbag

B1414:11, B1414:12, B1414:13, B1414:96, B1419:11, B1419:12, B1419:13, B1419:96 Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 46 for schematic and connector information. Normal Operation and Fault Conditions The RCM monitors the driver front door and passenger C-pillar side impact sensor circuits for the following faults: Open circuit Short to voltage Short to ground ..

Description and Operation - Health and Safety Precautions

General Service Warnings

Review carefully the information below before beginning any repair. Following these warnings is a list of specific system warnings that must be reviewed before beginning work on any listed system.

WARNING: Wear eye and ear protection when servicing a vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.