Lincoln Nautilus: Engine System - General Information / Crankshaft End Play. General Procedures
General Equipment
Dial indicator |
Dial indicator fixture |
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NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
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Position the crankshaft to the rear of the cylinder block.
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Zero the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture.Dial Indicator
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Move the crankshaft to the front of the cylinder block. Note and record the crankshaft end play.
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If the crankshaft end play exceeds the specified range, install new parts as necessary.
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
The crankshaft connecting rod journals must be
within specifications to check the connecting rod bearing journal
clearance...
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...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the LH rear seat backrest cover.
Refer to: Rear Seat Backrest Cover (501-10B Rear Seats, Removal and Installation).
Remove the backrest foam...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat Headed Screw Driver
Punch
Copper Hammer
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps may contain installation instructions.
Remove the muffler and tailpipe.
Refer to: Muffler and Tailpipe (309-00A Exhaust System - 2...