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:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wheel Alignment System
Adjustment
Connect the scan tool and perform the steering toe adjustment. Follow the scan tool directions.
NOTE:
Make sure that the vehicle is standing on a level surface...
Overview
WARNING:
Before servicing any tire, ask the customer if anyone
injected a tire sealant into the tire. Tire sealants may be flammable
and can burn or explode if exposed to an ignition source. Failure to
follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury...