Ford Aerostar 1997 Workshop Manual page 87

1997 Aerostar/Ranger
d. Take a reading at the front "A" and rear "B" of the piston, in line with the piston pin (6135).
e. Compare readings with specifications.
f. If the difference between the two readings ("A" and "B") is excessive, the piston or connecting
rod is damaged or out of specification.
Piston Height
"Z"
11. Install oil pump and oil pump intermediate shaft. Tighten attaching bolts to 17-21 Nm (13-15 lb-ft).
12. Install crankshaft oil windage baffle. Tighten nuts to 17-21 Nm (13-15 lb-ft).
13. Install oil pan as outlined in this section.
14. Install cylinder heads as outlined in this section.
15. Install intake manifolds as outlined in this section.
16. Install valve covers (6582) as outlined in this section.
17. If removed from vehicle, install engine as outlined in this section.
18. Fill crankcase with specified oil.
19. Fill cooling system with specified coolant.
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Minimum Maximum
mm (Inch) mm (Inch)
0.04 (0.0016) 0.52 (0.020)
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