Lincoln Aviator: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Piston Inspection
Inspection
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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 the (4) tops of the pistons. If wear marks, scores or
glazing is found on the piston skirt, check for a bent or twisted
connecting rod.
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NOTE:
Make sure the oil ring holes are clean.
Using a Piston Ring Groove Scraper, clean the piston ring grooves.
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...
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...
Other information:
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.
Measure the cylinder bore in 2 directions...
Preliminary Inspection
Road test the vehicle.
If any suspension alignment or ride height concerns are present, REFER to Symptom Chart: Suspension System.
Verify the customer concern by carrying out a road test
on a smooth road. If any vibrations are present, REFER to Symptom Chart:
NVH...