Ford Escape: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Piston Selection
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specifications.
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NOTE:
The cylinder bore must be within the specifications for taper and out-of-round before fitting a piston.
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Measure the cylinder bore in 2 directions.
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Select a piston size based on the cylinder bore.
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NOTE:
For precision fit, new pistons are divided into 3
categories within each size range based on their relative position
within the range. A paint spot or specific size grade on a new piston
indicates the position within the size range.
Choose the piston with the correct paint color or specific size grade.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Feeler Gauge
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
Use care when fitting piston rings to avoid possible damage to the piston ring or the cylinder bore...
Adjustment
All vehicles
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...
Other information:
System Diagram
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1
ABS
2
BECM
3
DC/DC
4
GWM
5
PCM
6
ISC
7
Transmission
8
Motor/Generator
Speed Sensors
9
Motor/..
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
Remove the front door trim panel.
Refer to: Front Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Remove the interior front door trim panel upper finish panel.
Remove the interior front door trim panel upper finish panel screws.
Remove the inte..