Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Clearance

Lincoln Aviator: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Clearance

Check

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

NOTE: The crankshaft connecting rod journals must be within specifications to check the connecting rod bearing journal clearance.
Remove the connecting rod bearing cap and connecting rod bearing.

Position a piece of Plastigage across the bearing surface.

NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft during this step.
Install and tighten to specifications, then remove the connecting rod bearing cap.

Measure the Plastigage to get the connecting rod bearing journal clearance. The Plastigage should be smooth and flat. A changing width indicates a tapered or damaged connecting rod or connecting rod bearing.

General Procedures - Camshaft Surface Inspection

Inspect the camshaft lobes for pitting or damage in the active area. Minor pitting is acceptable outside the active area. The active area includes the opening ramp and closing ramp...

General Procedures - Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal Clearance

Check NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification. NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking journal clearance...

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Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual: Diagnosis and Testing - Front Drive Axle

Principles of Operation Inspection and Verification Verify the customer concern. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step...

Lincoln Aviator 2020-2026 Service Manual: Description and Operation - Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components - Overview

Steering Column Switches Overview The steering column switches are located on and around the steering column. They enable the driver to control various vehicle functions while remaining focused on driving. The steering column switches consist of: Left multifunction switch - mounted on the left side of the SCCM and is used: to control the turn signals, low/high beam selection and the flash-to-pass feature (vehicles without police package)...

Child Safety Locks

When the child safety locks are set, you cannot open the rear doors from the inside.

Lincoln Aviator. Child Safety Locks

The child safety lock control is on the driver door.

Press the control to switch the child safety locks on. Press the control again to switch them off. A light on the child safety control illuminates when you switch them on.