Piston Wrist Pin Side Clearance

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Measure the clearance between the connecting rod and the piston. Verify the measurement is within specification.
- Refer to the appropriate ENGINE article for the procedure.
- If out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate ENGINE article for the procedure.
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Clearance Between Connecting Rod And Piston
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.