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:
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Inspection
NOTE:
There are typically 4 types of objectionable odors found in a vehicle:
chemical odors
environmental odors
human and other interior-generated odors
microbiological odors
Before determining that A/C odor treatment is required, determine the source and the circumstances under which the odor occurs...