Ford Escape: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Valve Guide Inner Diameter
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
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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.
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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.
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Measure the ball gauge with a micrometer.
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If the valve guide is not within specifications, install a new cylinder head assembly.
Inspection
NOTE:
Dropped spark plugs should always be discarded.
Unfired
An unfired spark plug should appear very clean
with a pure nickel finish to the threads and ground strap...
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...
Other information:
Overview
The IPC uses the following methods and functionality to alert the driver of vehicle conditions:
gauges
informational indicators
warning indicators
warning messages
warning chimes
The base IPC uses a single centered 4-inch screen to display driver information with analog gauges...
Removal
NOTE:
This procedure is for the roof opening panel sliding glass only.
Open the roof opening panel glass slightly to gain access to the roof opening panel glass screws.
If closed, open the roof opening panel shield...