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Piston Inspection

Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0000187
Scraper, Piston Ring Groove 303-D033 (D81L-6002-D) or equivalent
CAUTION: 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.
  2. Fig 1: Identifying Piston Inspection Areas
    G03972800Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Use the Piston Ring Groove Scraper to clean the piston ring grooves.
    • Make sure the oil ring holes are clean.
  4. Fig 2: Cleaning Piston Ring Grooves
    GF0000188Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.