Ford Explorer: Engine - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Diagnosis and Testing - Engine

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Diagnosis and Testing - Engine

For basic mechanical concerns,
REFER to: Engine (303-00 Engine System - General Information, Diagnosis and Testing).
For driveability concerns, Refer to Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual.

Description and Operation - Engine Component View

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General Procedures - Balance Shaft Backlash

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) Holding Fixture with Dial Indicator Gauge 303-1688Preload Tool, Balance Shaft 303-507Timing Peg, Crankshaft TDCTKIT-200..

Other information:

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Stopping the Liftgate Movement

Note: Do not apply sudden excessive force to the liftgate while it is in motion. This could damage the power liftgate and its components. You can stop the liftgate movement by doing any of the following: Pressing the liftgate control button. Pressing the liftgate button on the remote control twice...

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: General Procedures - Exhaust Manifold Cleaning and Inspection

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...