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..
Other information:
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
GSM
2
GWM
3
RCM
4
IPC
5
PCM
6
BCM
7
Driver Door Latch #1
8
Driver Door Latch #2
9
Brake On/Off (BOO) Switch
Network Message Chart
Broadcast Message
Originating Module
Message Purpose
Brake switch position
BCM
Input from brake switch necessary to change gears...
WARNING: Do not park, idle or drive your vehicle on dry grass or other
dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust
system, creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: The normal operating temperature of the exhaust system is very
high...
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Note: You may not be able to shift out of park (P) unless the intelligent
access key is inside your vehicle.

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