Lincoln Nautilus: Engine System - General Information / Piston Diameter. General Procedures
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
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Measure the piston diameter 90 degrees from the piston
pin and down from the top of the piston to the point indicated.
Oil Pressure Test 2.7L EcoBoost & 3.3L Duratec & 5.0L Ti-VCT
NOTE:
It is necessary to disconnect the battery to avoid
setting any DTCs that could cause the PCM to command the oil pressure to
other than what should be observed from a correctly operating system
during the oil pressure test...
Inspection
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...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Lower the rear door window glass to the full down.
Remove the rear door trim panel...
Bring the engine to normal operating temperature. Connect
the Vacuum/Pressure Tester to the intake manifold. Run the engine at the
specified idle speed.
The vacuum gauge should read between 51-74 kPa (15-22 in-Hg)
depending upon the engine condition and the altitude at which the test
is conducted...