Engine Identification; Description And Operation - Ford LRG-423 Service Manual

02-3
Enqine
Service, 2.3L
02-3
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Engine
The crankshaft (6303) is supported by five main
bearings and the camshaft (6250) by four. Main,
connecting rod, and camshaft shaft bearings are
replaceable.
The camshaft is driven by the crankshaft with a
cogged timing belt. The timing belt also operates the
oil pump (6620). Tension on the timing belt is
maintained by a timing belt tensioner which bears on
the outside of the belt.
The water pump (8501) and fan are driven from the
crankshaft (6303) by a six-ribbed poly-V belt which
also drives the generator.
Hydraulic lash adjusters are used in the valve train.
These units are placed at the fulcrum point of the cam
followers. Their action is similar to the hydraulic
tappets used in a push rod engine. The cylinder head
has drilled oil passages to provide engine oil pressure
to the lash adjusters.
NOTE: A set of metric wrenches is required to service
the 2.3L engine.
2.3L Engine
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Item
Part
Number
Description
5246
10153
8501
12450
9424
Exhaust Pipe
Generator Mounting Bracket (also
mounts ignition coil)
Water Pump
Governor
Intake Manifold
1
9510
Carburetor
WARNING: TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF
PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE, DO NOT
OPERATETHE ENGINE UNTILTHE FAN BLADE
HAS BEEN FIRST EXAMINED FOR POSSIBLE
CRACKS OR SEPARATION.
Engine Identification
For quick engine identification, refer to the
identification nameplate.
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The nameplate is mounted on the applicable
equipment panels.
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A build code and information label is also attached
to the engine.
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The symbol code on the build code and information
label identifies each engine for determining parts
usage; for instance, engine cubic inch displacement
(CID) and model year.
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