Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Crankshaft End Play

Ford Escape: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Crankshaft End Play

General Equipment

Dial indicator

Dial indicator fixture

NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
1. Position the crankshaft to the rear of the cylinder block.
1. Zero the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture.Dial Indicator
1. Move the crankshaft to the front of the cylinder block. Note and record the crankshaft end play.
1. If the crankshaft end play exceeds the specified range, install new parts as necessary.

General Procedures - Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Clearance

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...

General Procedures - Crankshaft Main 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...

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Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual: General Procedures - Welding Precautions

Check WARNING: Invisible ultraviolet and infrared rays emitted in welding can injure unprotected eyes and skin. Always use protection such as a welder's helmet with dark-colored filter lenses of the correct density. Electric welding will produce intense radiation, therefore, filter plate lenses of the deepest shade providing adequate visibility are recommended...

Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Wheel Knuckle - AWD

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Vehicle/Axle Stands Removal NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense...

Adjusting the Seatbelts During Pregnancy

WARNING: Always ride and drive with your seatback upright and properly fasten your seatbelt. Fit the lap portion of the seatbelt snugly and low across the hips. Position the shoulder portion of the seatbelt across your chest. Pregnant women must follow this practice. See the following figure.

Ford Escape. Adjusting the Seatbelts During Pregnancy