Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V6-4.0L VIN E (2007)
Special Tool(s)
1. Measure the crankshaft end play. Use the special tool to measure crankshaft end play.
2. Position the crankshaft to the rear of the cylinder block.
3. Zero the indicator.
4. Move the crankshaft to the front of the cylinder block. Note and record the crankshaft end play.
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If crankshaft end play exceeds specifications, install a new crankshaft thrust washer or crankshaft thrust main bearing.
Crankshaft Runout
Crankshaft Runout
Special Tools
1. NOTE: Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking runout.
Use the special tool to measure the crankshaft runout.
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Rotate the crankshaft and subtract the lowest dial indicator reading from the highest dial indicator reading to figure the crankshaft runout. If it
is out of specification, install new components as necessary.
