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Ford Escape: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Piston Inspection

Inspection

  1. 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. If wear marks, scores or glazing is found on the piston skirt, check for a bent or twisted connecting rod.
  1. NOTE: Make sure the oil ring holes are clean.

    Using a Piston Ring Groove Scraper, clean the piston ring grooves.

    General Procedures - Piston Diameter

    Check NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification. Measure the piston diameter 90 degrees from the piston pin and 41 mm (1...

    General Procedures - Piston Protrusion Check

    Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Dial Indicator Check Verify that the cylinder block deck surface and the pistons are clean. The piston protrusion is measured in-line front and rear avoiding raised or etched marking...

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    Ford Escape 2020-2025 Service Manual: General Procedures - Spark Plug Inspection


    Inspection NOTE: Dropped spark plugs should always be discarded. Unfired An unfired spark plug should appear very clean with a pure nickel finish to the threads and ground strap. The center electrode ceramic insulator surface is often a matte or dull finish and pure white in color...

    Ford Escape 2020-2025 Owners Manual: Replacement Parts Recommendation


    We have built your vehicle to the highest standards using quality parts. We recommend that you demand the use of genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts whenever your vehicle requires scheduled maintenance or repair. You can clearly identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts by looking for the Ford, FoMoCo or Motorcraft branding on the parts or their packaging...

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    Master Access Code

    What Is the Master Access Code

    The master access code is a factory-set five-digit entry code. You can operate the keypad with the master access code at any time. The master access code is on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and is available from an authorized dealer.

    Displaying the Master Access Code

    To display the factory-set code in the information display:

    Ford Escape. Master Access Code

    Remove the rubber mat. Insert the first programmed key in the backup slot. Press the push button ignition switch once and wait a few seconds. Press the push button ignition switch again and remove the key. Within 10 seconds, place a second programmed intelligent access key in the backup slot and press the push button ignition switch.

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