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
Remove the IPC .
Refer to: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) (413-01 Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes, Removal and Installation).
Remove the screws.
Release the clips and remove the IPC lens...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Hog Ring Plier
Removal
Passenger seat
Remove the OCS sensor.
Refer to: Occupant Classification System (OCS) Sensor (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation).
Driver seat
Remove the front seat...