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Piston Inspection

Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
G06064071Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Scraper, Piston Ring Groove 303-D033 (D81L-6002-D) or equivalent
NOTE:

Do not use a caustic cleaning solution or a wire brush to clean the pistons or damage can occur.

  1. Clean and inspect the (1) ring lands, (2) skirts, (3) pin bosses 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.
    Fig 1: Identifying Ring Lands, Skirts, Pin Bosses And Tops Of Pistons
    G06064072Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Use the Piston Ring Groove Scraper to clean the piston ring grooves.
    • Make sure the oil ring holes are clean.
    • Fig 2: Identifying Special Tool (303-D033)
      G06064073Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.