Ford Escape: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Valve Stem Diameter
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
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Measure the diameter of each intake and exhaust valve
stem at the points shown. Verify the diameter is within specification.
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
Valve guides tend to wear in an hourglass pattern.
The ball gauge can be inserted into the combustion chamber side of the
valve guide, if necessary...
Valve Train Analysis - Engine Off, Valve Cover Removed
NOTE:
The following component inspections are used to diagnose valve train concerns.
Check for damaged or severely worn parts and correct assembly...
Other information:
Overview
The PATS
deters the vehicle from theft by preventing the vehicle from starting
unless a valid programmed passive key is detected inside the vehicle
when the START/STOP button is pressed.
PATS does not disable a vehicle that is already running...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Feeler Gauge
Cleaning
Clean the exhaust manifold using a suitable solvent. Use
a plastic scraping tool to clean the gasket sealing surfaces.
Inspection
NOTE:
New exhaust manifold gaskets, studs, nuts and/or
bolts must be installed when an exhaust manifold is serviced...