Ford Escape: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Crankshaft End Play
General Equipment
Dial indicator |
Dial indicator fixture |
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NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
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Position the crankshaft to the rear of the cylinder block.
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Zero the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture.Dial Indicator
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Move the crankshaft to the front of the cylinder block. Note and record the crankshaft end play.
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If the crankshaft end play exceeds the specified range, install new parts as necessary.
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...
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...
Other information:
NOTE:
This procedure uses multiple tools/methods to help locate the
source of engine noise. It may be necessary to repeatedly compare the
sound between the tools/methods to help locate the source of the noise.
NVH
symptoms should be identified using the diagnostic tools and techniques
that are available...
Removal
NOTE:
RH (right-hand) seat shown, LH (left-hand) seat similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Disconnect the seat position sensor electrical connector.
Remove the seat position sensor screw...