Lincoln Nautilus: Engine System - General Information / Piston Diameter. General Procedures
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
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Measure the piston diameter 90 degrees from the piston
pin and down from the top of the piston to the point indicated.
Oil Pressure Test 2.7L EcoBoost & 3.3L Duratec & 5.0L Ti-VCT
NOTE:
It is necessary to disconnect the battery to avoid
setting any DTCs that could cause the PCM to command the oil pressure to
other than what should be observed from a correctly operating system
during the oil pressure test...
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...
Other information:
Removal
Remove the exterior front door handle.
Refer to: Exterior Front Door Handle (501-14 Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems, Removal and Installation).
Remove the door lock cylinder.
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure...
Inspecting the Tire for Wear
When the tread is worn down to one
sixteenth of an inch (2 mm), tires must
be replaced to help prevent your vehicle
from skidding and hydroplaning. Built-in
treadwear indicators, or wear bars,
which look like narrow strips of smooth
rubber across the tread will appear on
the tire when the tread is worn down to
one sixteenth of an inch (2 mm)...