Ford Aerostar 1997 Workshop Manual page 189

1997 Aerostar/Ranger
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Assembly
Check the fit of a new piston in the cylinder bore as outlined in
and piston pin to the connecting rod.
The piston pin bore of a connecting rod and the diameter of the piston pin must be within specification.
1. Apply a light coat of engine oil XO-5W30-QSP or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-
M2C153-E or SAE 5W-30 Service SG or SAE 50 Service SG to all parts.
2. NOTE: Squirt hole faces right bank cylinders.
Assemble the piston to the connecting rod, putting the notch in the piston dome and the connecting
rod on the same side.
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Press Plates
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Pin Pusher
(Part of D81L-6135-A)
Section 03-00
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