Lincoln Nautilus: Engine System - General Information / Cylinder Block Distortion. General Procedures
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
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NOTE:
Use a Straightedge that is calibrated by the
manufacturer to be flat within 0.005 mm (0.0002 in) per running foot of
length, such as Snap-On® GA438A or equivalent. For example, if the
Straightedge is 61 cm (24 in) long, the machined edge must be flat
within 0.010 mm (0.0004 in) from end to end.
Use a Straightedge and a Feeler Gauge Set to inspect the cylinder block for flatness.
Use the General Equipment: Feeler Gauge
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
100-001
(T50T-100-A)
Slide Hammer
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Threadlock 262TA-26
WSK-M2G351-A6
Repair
All core plugs
NOTE:
Cylinder block core plug shown, cylinder head core plug similar...
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
Measure the cylinder bore at the top, middle and bottom
of piston ring travel in 2 directions as indicated...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
501-403Tool, Pretensioner Quick ConnectTKIT-2012D-FLTKIT-2012D-ROW
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Upper and lower
Remove the front door scuff plate trim panel...
Removal
Remove the rear spoiler.
Refer to: Rear Spoiler (501-08 Exterior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Remove the high mounted stoplamp.
Disconnect the high mounted stoplamp electrical connector.
Remove the retainers...