Lincoln Nautilus: Engine System - General Information / Piston Inspection. General Procedures
Inspection
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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.
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NOTE:
Make sure the oil ring holes are clean.
Using a Piston Ring Groove Scraper, clean the piston ring grooves.
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
Measure the piston diameter 90 degrees from the piston
pin and down from the top of the piston to the point indicated...
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...
Other information:
Removal
Remove the information and entertainment display unit.
Remove the GSM .
Refer to: Gear Shift Module (GSM) (307-05A Automatic Transmission
External Controls - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F57, Removal and
Installation)...
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Remove the rear door trim panel.
Refer to: Rear Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Remove the rear door watershield.
Remove the grommet...