Lincoln Aviator: 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
Measure the piston diameter 90 degrees from the piston
pin and piston diameter (DN) height down from the top of the piston at
the point indicated...
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:
Overview
The rear suspension consists of the following components:
Coil springs
Lower arm and bushing assemblies
Stabilizer bar and links
Toe links
Upper arms
Lower arm vertical links
Wheel bearing and wheel hub assemblies
Wheel knuckles
Wheel studs
Suspension height sensor
Dynamically controlled shock absorbers
Refer to: Vehicle Dynamic Suspension - Vehicles With: Air Suspension - Component Location (204-05 Vehicle Dynamic Suspension, Description and Operation)...
Check
NOTE:
Prior to checking driveline angularity, inspect the U-joints for correct operation.
NOTE:
An incorrect driveline angle can cause a vibration or shudder.
NOTE:
Driveline angularity is the angular relationship between the
engine crankshaft, the driveshaft and the rear axle pinion...