Ford Escape: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Piston Diameter
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
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Measure the piston diameter 90 degrees from the piston
pin and 41 mm (1.61 in) down from the top of the piston at the point
indicated.
Disconnect the high voltage connector.For additional information,
refer to: High Voltage Connector Disconnect and Connect (414-03A High
Voltage Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures)...
Inspection
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...
Other information:
Removal
NOTICE:
Do not loosen or remove the crankshaft pulley bolt without
first installing the special tools as instructed in this procedure. The
crankshaft pulley and the crankshaft timing sprocket are not keyed to
the crankshaft. The crankshaft, the crankshaft sprocket and the pulley
are fitted together by friction...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Removal
Drain the cooling system.
Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding (303-03C Engine Cooling, General Procedures).
Release the fuel system pressure...