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:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Pick Hook
Interior Trim Remover
Remove the following items:
On both sides.
Remove the A-pillar trim panel.
Refer to: A-Pillar Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation)...
Symptom Chart(s)
Symptom Chart: Brake System
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Condition
Possible Sources
Actions
The red brake warning indicator and the yellow ABS warning indicator are illuminated
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) in the ABS
CHECK for ABS diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)...