Ford Explorer: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Valve Guide Inner Diameter

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Valve Guide Inner Diameter

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

NOTE: Valve guides tend to wear in an hourglass pattern. The ball gauge can be inserted into the combustion chamber side of the valve guide, if necessary.
- Use a ball gauge to determine the inside diameter of the valve guides in 2 directions at the top, middle and bottom of the valve guide.
- Measure the ball gauge with a micrometer.
- If the valve guide is not within specifications, install a new cylinder head assembly.

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Check NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification. Measure the diameter of each intake and exhaust valve stem at the points shown...

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Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: General Procedures - Piston Diameter

Check Measure the piston diameter 90 degrees from the piston pin and piston diameter (DN) height down from the top of the piston at the point indicated. Refer to specifications for the piston diameter (DN) height. Refer to: Specifications (303-01A Engine - 2...