Ford Ecosport: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Piston Inspection
Inspection
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NOTE:
Do not use a caustic cleaning solution or a wire brush to clean the pistons or damage can occur.
Clean and inspect the (1) ring lands, (2) pin bosses,
(3) skirts and the (4) tops of the pistons. If wear marks, scores or
glazing is found on the piston skirt, check for a bent or twisted
connecting rod.
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NOTE:
Make sure the oil ring holes are clean.
Using a Piston Ring Groove Scraper, clean the piston ring grooves.
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
Measure the piston diameter 90 degrees from the piston
pin and 41 mm (1...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Feeler Gauge
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
Use care when fitting piston rings to avoid possible damage to the piston ring or the cylinder bore...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat Headed Screw Driver
Removal
NOTE:
Typical head restraint guide sleeve shown, others similar.
Depress the locking tabs and remove the head restraint.
Remove the headrest restraint guide sleeves...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the luggage compartment floor cover.
Position the liftgate weatherstrip aside.
Remove the load compartment scuff plate trim panel...