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Cylinder Head Distortion

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
SPECIAL TOOL(S)

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Straight Edge
303-D039 (D83L-4201-A) or equivalent
  1. Use a straight edge and a feeler gauge to inspect the cylinder head for flatness. If the cylinder head is distorted, install a new cylinder head.
    Fig 1: Inspecting Cylinder Head Flatness
    G04617862Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.