Ford Explorer: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal Clearance
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
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NOTE:
Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking journal clearance.
Remove the crankshaft main bearing cap and crankshaft main bearing.
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Position a piece of Plastigage across the crankshaft main bearing surface.
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NOTE:
Do not turn the crankshaft while carrying out this procedure.
Install and tighten to specifications, then remove the crankshaft main bearing cap.
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Measure the Plastigage to get the crankshaft main
bearing clearance. The Plastigage should be smooth and flat. A changing
width indicates a tapered or damaged crankshaft or crankshaft bearing.
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..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
100-001
(T50T-100-A)
Slide Hammer
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Threadlock and SealerTA-25-B
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Repair
All core plu..
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Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH lamp assembly shown, RH lamp assembly is similar.
Remove the loadspace trim panel...
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass CleanerZC-23
ESR-M14P5-A
Removal
Remove the interior rear view mirror.
Refer to: Interior Rear View Mirror (501-09 Rear View Mirrors, Removal and Installation)...
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Note: You may not be able to shift out of park (P) unless the intelligent
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