Ford Explorer: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Piston Ring End Gap

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Piston Ring End Gap

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Feeler Gauge

Check

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

NOTE: Use care when fitting piston rings to avoid possible damage to the piston ring or the cylinder bore.

NOTE: Piston rings should not be transferred from one piston to another.

NOTE: The cylinder bore must be within specification for taper and out-of-round.
Use a piston without rings to push a piston ring in a cylinder to the bottom of ring travel.

Using the Feeler Gauge Set measure the top piston ring end gap and the second piston ring end gap
Use the General Equipment: Feeler Gauge

General Procedures - Piston Inspection

Inspection NOTE: Do not use a caustic cleaning solution or a wire brush to clean the pistons or damage can occur. Clean and inspect the (1) ring lands, (2) pin bosses, (3) skirts and th..

General Procedures - Piston Selection

Check NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specifications. NOTE: The cylinder bore must be within the specifications for taper and out-of-round before fitting a piston..

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Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Disassembly and Assembly of Subassemblies - Piston

DISASSEMBLY NOTE: If the piston and connecting rod are to be reinstalled, they must be assembled in the same orientation. Mark the piston orientation to the connecting rod reassembly. Remove the piston rings and discard. Remove the piston pin retainers and discard...

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Fuel Filler Funnel Location & Running Out of Fuel

Fuel Filler Funnel Location The fuel filler funnel is in the spare wheel storage tray. Running Out of Fuel Running out of fuel can cause damage not covered by the vehicle Warranty. If your vehicle runs out of fuel: Add a minimum of 1.3 gal (5 L) of fuel to restart the engine...