Ford Explorer: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Cylinder Block Distortion

Ford Explorer 2020-2024 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Cylinder Block Distortion

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Feeler Gauge

Check

NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.

NOTE: Use a Straightedge that is calibrated by the manufacturer to be flat within 0.005 mm (0.0002 in) per running foot of length, such as Snap-On® GA438A or equivalent. For example, if the Straightedge is 61 cm (24 in) long, the machined edge must be flat within 0.010 mm (0.0004 in) from end to end.
Use a Straightedge and a Feeler Gauge Set to inspect the cylinder block for flatness.
Use the General Equipment: Feeler Gauge

General Procedures - Cylinder Block Core Plug Replacement

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 100-001 (T50T-100-A) Slide Hammer Materials Name Specification Motorcraft® Threadlock and SealerTA-25-B - Repair All core plu..

General Procedures - Cylinder Bore Taper

Check NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification. Measure the cylinder bore at the top, middle and bottom of piston ring travel in 2 directions as indicated...

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Ford Explorer 2020-2024 Service Manual: Specifications

Materials Name Specification Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant / XY-75W140-QL WSL-M2C192-A Motorcraft® High Temperature 4x4 Front Axle and Wheel Bearing Grease XG-11 WSS-M1C267-A1 Capacities Item Liters Material: Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 S..

Ford Explorer 2020-2024 Owners Manual: Towing a Trailer

WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of your vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury...