Lincoln Corsair: Engine System - General Information / General Procedures - Cylinder Bore Taper
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
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Measure the cylinder bore at the top, middle and bottom
of piston ring travel in 2 directions as indicated. Verify the cylinder
bore is within the wear limit. The difference indicates the cylinder
bore taper. If the cylinder bore taper does not meet specification, bore
the cylinder to the next oversize limit.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Feeler Gauge
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
Use a Straightedge that is calibrated by the
manufacturer to be flat within 0...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Feeler Gauge
Check
NOTE:
Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.
NOTE:
Make sure all cylinder head surfaces are clear of
any gasket material, silicone sealant, oil and coolant...
Other information:
WARNING: You are responsible for
controlling your vehicle at all times. The
system is designed to be an aid and does
not relieve you of your responsibility to
drive with due care and attention. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle, personal
injury or death...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the cowl panel grille
Refer to: Cowl Panel Grille (501-02)
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Remove the 2 LH side (under hood) instrument panel bolts
Torque:
35 lb...
Categories
P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire
size, load index and speed rating. The
definitions of these items are listed
below. (Note that the tire size, load index
and speed rating for your vehicle may
be different from this example.)
P: Indicates a tire, designated by the
Tire and Rim Association, that may be
used for service on cars, sport utility
vehicles, minivans and light trucks. Note:
If your tire size does not begin with a
letter this may mean it is designated by
either the European Tire and Rim
Technical Organization or the Japan Tire
Manufacturing Association.
215: Indicates the nominal width of
the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge
to sidewall edge. In general, the larger
the number, the wider the tire.
65: Indicates the aspect ratio which
gives the tire's ratio of height to width.
R: Indicates a radial type tire.
15: Indicates the wheel or rim
diameter in inches. If you change your
wheel size, you will have to purchase
new tires to match the new wheel
diameter.
95: Indicates the tire's load index. It
is an index that relates to how much
weight a tire can carry. You may find this
information in your owner’s manual. If
not, contact a local tire dealer.
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