Ford Ecosport: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Bearing Inspection
Inspection
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Cratering - fatigue failure
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Spot glazing - incorrect seating
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Scratching - dirty engine oil
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Base exposed - poor lubrication
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Both edges worn - journal damaged
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One edge worn - journal tapered or bearing not seated
Symptom Charts
Symptom Chart - Gasoline Engine Performance
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...
Make sure the oil in the crankcase is of the correct
viscosity and at the correct level and that the battery is correctly
charged. Operate the vehicle until the engine is at normal operating
temperature...
Other information:
Removal
Remove the main control cover.
Refer to: Main Control Cover (307-01B Automatic Transmission - 6-Speed
Automatic Transmission – 6F35, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the TR sensor electrical connector...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat Headed Screw Driver
Center Punch
Copper Hammer
Removal
NOTE:
The max articulation of any CV is 5 degrees. If the CV or any U-joint
of the driveshaft is articulated further then the max allowable degrees
damage may occur...