Ford Fusion: Engine System - General Information / Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Clearance. General Procedures

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine System - General Information / Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Clearance. General Procedures

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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.
Remove the connecting rod bearing cap and connecting rod bearing.

Position a piece of Plastigage across the bearing surface.

Ford Fusion. Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Clearance. General Procedures

NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft during this step.
Install and tighten to specifications, then remove the connecting rod bearing cap.

Measure the Plastigage to get the connecting rod bearing journal clearance. The Plastigage should be smooth and flat. A changing width indicates a tapered or damaged connecting rod or connecting rod bearing.

Bearing Inspection. General Procedures

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Crankshaft Main Bearing Journal Clearance. General Procedures

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...

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Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual: Evaporator Inlet and Outlet Manifold. Removal and Installation

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Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual: Finish Panel Repair. General Procedures

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Adjusting the Steering Wheel

WARNING: Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle is moving.

Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position.

Ford Fusion. Adjusting the Steering Wheel

Unlock the steering column. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position.