ford Workshop Repair Guides

Ford Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Valve Seat Inspection > < Exhaust Manifold Cleaning and Inspection
Engine System - General Information - Bearing Inspection Focus 1999 (08/1998-12/2004)
General Procedures

  1. Inspect bearings for the following defects.
    1. Cratering - fatigue failure
    1. Spot polishing - incorrect seating.
    1. Imbedded dirt engine oil.
    1. Scratching - dirty engine oil.
    1. Base exposed - poor lubrication.
    1. Both edges worn - journal damaged.
    1. One edge worn - journal tapered or bearing not seated.

Valve Seat Inspection > < Exhaust Manifold Cleaning and Inspection