Ford Fusion: Engine System - General Information / Piston Selection. General Procedures
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specifications.
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NOTE:
The cylinder bore must be within the specifications for taper and out-of-round before fitting a piston.
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Measure the cylinder bore in 2 directions.
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Select a piston size based on the cylinder bore.
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NOTE:
For precision fit, new pistons are divided into 3
categories within each size range based on their relative position
within the range. A paint spot or specific size grade on a new piston
indicates the position within the size range.
Choose the piston with the correct paint color or specific size grade.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Feeler Gauge
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
Use care when fitting piston rings to avoid possible damage to the piston ring or the cylinder bore...
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
Measure the piston diameter 90 degrees from the piston
pin and 41 mm (1...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Resistance Spotwelding Equipment
Hot Air Gun
8 mm Drill Bit
MIG/MAG Welding Equipment
Spot Weld Drill Bit
Locking Pliers
Materials
Name
Specification
Seam SealerTA-2-B, 3M™ 08308, LORD Fusor® 803DTM
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Flexible Foam Repair3M™ 08463, LORD Fusor® 121
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Removal
WARNING:
Be..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Strap Wrench
Oil Drain Equipment
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV SiliconeTA-357
WSE-M4G323-A6
Engine Oil - SAE 5W-20 - Synthetic Blend Motor OilXO-5W20-Q1SP
WSS-M2C945-B1
Removal
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting..