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

Ford Explorer 2020-2024 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 2020-2024 Owners Manual: Under Hood Overview - 3.3L

A - Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery. B - Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check. C - Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick. D - Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check. E - Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses. F - Engine coolant reservoir cap...

Ford Explorer 2020-2024 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Front Subframe - 2.3L EcoBoost™

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 303-050 (T70P-6000) Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-F072Support Bar, Engine Cable Ties Removal NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect performance of vital components and systems...