Ford Escape: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Clearance
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
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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.
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Position a piece of Plastigage across the bearing surface.
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NOTE:
Do not turn the crankshaft during this step.
Install and tighten to specifications, then remove the connecting rod bearing cap.
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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.
NOTE:
The compression test requires cranking the engine a minimum of 5
compression strokes with the throttle plate in the wide-open position
for each cylinder...
General Equipment
Dial indicator
Dial indicator fixture
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
Position the crankshaft to the rear of the cylinder block...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat Headed Screw Driver
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the active grille shutter.
Refer to: Active Grille Shutter (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
Remove the floor console.
Refer to: Floor Console (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
Remove the instrument panel center register...