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Diagnosis And Testing: Engine: Notes

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SPECIAL TOOL(S) DESCRIPTION

G06064041
12 Volt Master UV Diagnostic Inspection Kit
164-R0756 or equivalent (Leak Detector)
G07950734
Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture
100-002  (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent
G06064829
EngineEAR
107-R2103 or equivalent
G06064830
EngineEAR/ChassisEAR
107-R2102 or equivalent
G06064045
Oil Pressure Gauge
303-088  (T73L-6600-A)
G06064046
Vacuum/Pressure Tester
164-R0253 or equivalent
G06139341
VCM  and IDS  software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

Item Specification
Dye-Lite® Gasoline Engine Oil Leak Detection Dye
164-R3700 (Rotunda)
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Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US); Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada)
XO-5W20-QSP (US); CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada)
WSS-M2C945-A
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US); Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) XO-5W30-QSP (US); CXO-5W30-LSP12 (Canada); or equivalent WSS-M2C946-A, 5W30;

There are 2 diagnostic paths that can be followed depending on the type of engine concern. Carry out INSPECTION AND VERIFICATION - ENGINE PERFORMANCE  or INSPECTION AND VERIFICATION - NVH .