Ford Ecosport: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Piston Inspection

Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual / Engine / Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Piston Inspection

Inspection

NOTE: Do not use a caustic cleaning solution or a wire brush to clean the pistons or damage can occur.
Clean and inspect the (1) ring lands, (2) pin bosses, (3) skirts and the (4) tops of the pistons. If wear marks, scores or glazing is found on the piston skirt, check for a bent or twisted connecting rod.

NOTE: Make sure the oil ring holes are clean.
Using a Piston Ring Groove Scraper, clean the piston ring grooves.

General Procedures - Piston Diameter

Check NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification. Measure the piston diameter 90 degrees from the piston pin and 41 mm (1...

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...

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Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual: Removal and Installation - Front Stabilizer Bar

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Tie Rod End Remover Transmission Jack Removal NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense...

Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual: Removal and Installation - Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor and Tube

Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...

Removal and Installation - Front Brake Flexible Hose

Removal

Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).

Remove the brake flexible hose bracket bolt.
Disconnect the brake tube fitting and remove the brake hose clip.
Loosen the brake hose fitting and remove the brake flexible hose.