Ford Fusion: Engine System - General Information / Piston Inspection. General Procedures

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine System - General Information / Piston Inspection. General Procedures

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. If wear marks, scores or glazing is found on the piston skirt, check for a bent or twisted connecting rod.

NOTE: Make sure the oil ring holes are clean.
Using a Piston Ring Groove Scraper, clean the piston ring grooves.

Exhaust Manifold Cleaning and Inspection. General Procedures

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Feeler Gauge Cleaning Clean the exhaust manifold using a suitable solvent. Use a plastic scraping tool to clean the gasket sealing surfaces...

Piston Ring End Gap. General Procedures

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...

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Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual: Turbine Shaft Speed (TSS) Sensor. Removal and Installation

Removal Remove the air cleaner. Refer to: Air Cleaner (303-12A Intake Air Distribution and Filtering - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, Removal and Installation). Refer to: Air Cleaner (303-12B Intake Air Distribution and Filtering - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) – MI4, Removal and Installation)...

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual: Battery and Battery Charging Health and Safety Precautions. Description and Operation

WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive gases. Work in a well-ventilated area. Do not allow the battery to come in contact with flames, sparks or burning substances. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution...

Power Door Locks

The power door lock control is on the driver and front passenger door panels.

Ford Fusion. Power Door Locks

Unlock. Lock.