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 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Turbine Shaft Speed (TSS) Sensor

Removal Remove the main control valve body. Refer to: Main Control Valve Body (307-01B Automatic Transmission - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R80, Removal and Installation). Remove the TSS sensor. Slide the plastic lock to the unlocked position...

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...