Lincoln Aviator: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Piston Selection
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specifications.
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NOTE:
The cylinder bore must be within the specifications for taper and out-of-round before fitting a piston.
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Measure the cylinder bore in 2 directions.
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Select a piston size based on the cylinder bore.
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NOTE:
For precision fit, new pistons are divided into 3
categories within each size range based on their relative position
within the range. A paint spot or specific size grade on a new piston
indicates the position within the size range.
Choose the piston with the correct paint color or specific size grade.
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...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Plastic Scraper
Nylon Bristle Disk
Plastic Razor Blade
Lint-Free Towel
Isopropyl Alcohol – 90 Percent Minimum
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket RemoverZC-30-A
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Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep WipesZC-31-B
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Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo and DegreaserZC-20
ESR-M14P3-A
Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts CleanerPM-4-A, PM-4-B
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Cleaning
NOTICE:
This procedure is only to be used on the sealing surfaces of
metal components...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Pick Hook
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
Remove the FCIMB.
Refer to: Front Controls Interface Module B (FCIMB) (415-00 Information and Entertainment System - General Information, Removal and Installation)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
205-1018Installation Tube
307-003
(T57L-500-B)
Holding Fixture, Transmission
307-091Handle, Torque ConverterTKIT-2009TC-F
307-346
(T97T-7902-A)
Retainer, Torque ConverterTKIT-1998-LM (NavigatoR)TKIT-1997-F/FLM/LT
307-736Installer, Pump Drive Gear Bearing
307-737Press Tool, Oil Pump Drive Idler Gear
307-743Remover, Pump Drive Gear
307-780Converter Seal installer
307-803F1 Seal Guide, Installer & Sizer
Hydraulic Press
Removal
To remove the transmission assembly...