Ford Explorer: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Camshaft Surface Inspection

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Camshaft Surface Inspection

Inspect the camshaft lobes for pitting or damage in the active area. Minor pitting is acceptable outside the active area. The active area includes the opening ramp and closing ramp. The opening ramp is the point where the lifter just begins to lift until the point it reaches the nose of the lobe. The closing ramp is the point from the nose back down to the lash point. The base circle of the camshaft is not the active area.

General Procedures - Bearing Inspection

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General Procedures - Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Clearance

Check NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification. NOTE: The crankshaft connecting rod journals must be within specifications to check the connecting rod bearing..

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Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Oil Cooler

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Hose Clamp Remover/Installer Locking Pliers Removal NOTE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material (including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces) that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure...

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Owners Manual: Tow Mode (If Equipped)

To activate tow mode, use the drive mode switch on the center console. See Selecting a Drive Mode. The indicator light illuminates and a message displays in the instrument cluster when the system becomes active. Select a different mode to turn the system off...