Ford Escape 2020-2024 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Piston Ring End Gap

Ford Escape: 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 Protrusion Check

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Dial Indicator Check Verify that the cylinder block deck surface and the pistons are clean. The piston protrusion is measured in-line front and rear avoiding raised or etched marking...

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 Escape 2020-2024 Service Manual: General Procedures - Fixed Glass

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Power Caulk Gun Power Fixed Glass Removal Tool Cold Knife Knife Vacuum Cleaner Materials Name Specification Sika® SikaTack® MACH 60 / Sika® SikaTack® MACH 30 / Dow® BETASEAL™ Express - Sika Tack ASAP Urethane Adhesive - Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass CleanerZC-23 ESR-M14P5-A ..

Ford Escape 2020-2024 Service Manual: General Procedures - Front Toe Adjustment

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Wheel Alignment System Adjustment NOTE: Make sure that the vehicle is standing on a level surface. NOTE: Before carrying out a toe adjustment, check the tires for the correct pressure. Inspect the tires for incorrect wear or damage. Inspect the suspension for wear or damage. Using alignment equipment and the manufacturer's instr..

Vehicle Identification

Locating the Vehicle Identification Number

The vehicle identification number is on the left-hand side of the instrument panel.

Ford Escape. Vehicle Identification