Lincoln Nautilus: Engine System - General Information / Valve Stem Diameter. General Procedures
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
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Measure the diameter of each intake and exhaust valve
stem at the points shown. Verify the diameter is within specification.
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
Valve guides tend to wear in an hourglass pattern.
The ball gauge can be inserted into the combustion chamber side of the
valve guide, if necessary...
Valve Train Analysis - Engine Off, Valve Cover Removed
NOTE:
The following component inspections are used to diagnose valve train concerns.
Check for damaged or severely worn parts and correct assembly...
Other information:
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking journal clearance.
Remove the crankshaft main bearing cap and crankshaft main bearing...
Removal
NOTICE:
If installing a new A/C compressor due to an internal failure of the
old unit, carry out the following procedures to remove contamination
from the A/C system. Failure to remove contamination from the A/C
system, if present, will result in poor A/C performance and/or damage to
the new A/C compressor and other components...