Expedition 4WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (1997)
1. Measure the inner diameter of the connecting rod bushing. Verify the diameter is within specification.
Connecting Rod Large End Bore
1. Measure the bore in two directions. The difference is the connecting rod bore out-of-round. Verify the out-of-round is within specification.
Connecting Rod Piston Pin Side Clearance
1. Measure the clearance between the connecting rod and the piston. Verify the measurement is within specification.
Connecting Rod Twist
Measure the connecting rod twist on a suitable alignment fixture. Follow the instructions of the fixture manufacturer. Verify the measurement is within
specification.
