Ford Ecosport: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Piston Selection
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specifications.
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NOTE:
The cylinder bore must be within the specifications for taper and out-of-round before fitting a piston.
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Measure the cylinder bore in 2 directions.
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Select a piston size based on the cylinder bore.
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NOTE:
For precision fit, new pistons are divided into 3
categories within each size range based on their relative position
within the range. A paint spot or specific size grade on a new piston
indicates the position within the size range.
Choose the piston with the correct paint color or specific size grade.
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...
Adjustment
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate section and procedure for special instructions on loosening and tightening mount fasteners.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Air Conditioning Service Unit
Refrigerant Identification Equipment
Recovery
NOTICE:
Use an A/C refrigerant analyzer before recovering any of the vehicle's
A/C refrigerant. Failure to do so puts the shop's bulk refrigerant at
risk of contamination...
1.5L Duratorq-TDCi shown, All others similar
Item
Description
1
Receiver drier element
2
Condenser
3
A/C compressor outlet line
4
A/C compressor
5
A/C compressor inlet line
6
A/C pressure transducer
7
Condenser outlet line
8
Evaporator inlet and outlet manifold
9
Thermostatic..