Ford Ecosport: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Clearance

Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual / Engine / Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Clearance

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.
Remove the connecting rod bearing cap and connecting rod bearing.

Position a piece of Plastigage across the bearing surface.

NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft during this step.
Install and tighten to specifications, then remove the connecting rod bearing cap.

Measure the Plastigage to get the connecting rod bearing journal clearance. The Plastigage should be smooth and flat. A changing width indicates a tapered or damaged connecting rod or connecting rod bearing.

General Procedures - Compression and Cylinder Leakage Test

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...

General Procedures - Crankshaft Main 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...

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Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual: Description and Operation - Information and Entertainment System - Component Location

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Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual: Removal and Installation - Battery Cables - 2.0L Duratec-HE (125kW/170PS) – MI4

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Removal and Installation - Rear Halfshaft Seal

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

205-153 (T80T-4000-W)
Handle

205-990
Installer, Axle Seal
TKIT-2012A-FL
TKIT-2012A-ROW