Ford Escape: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Crankshaft End Play
General Equipment
Dial indicator |
Dial indicator fixture |
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NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
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Position the crankshaft to the rear of the cylinder block.
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Zero the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture.Dial Indicator
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Move the crankshaft to the front of the cylinder block. Note and record the crankshaft end play.
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If the crankshaft end play exceeds the specified range, install new parts as necessary.
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 journal
clearance...
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking journal clearance...
Other information:
In the event of damage or fire involving an
electric vehicle or hybrid-electric vehicle:
Assume the high-voltage battery and
associated components are energized
and fully charged.
Exposed electrical components, wires
and high-voltage batteries present
potential high-voltage shock hazards...
Checking the Wiper Blades
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.
Replacing the Front Wiper Blades
Lift the wiper arm and then press the
wiper blade locking buttons together.Note: Do not hold the wiper blade to
lift the
wiper arm...