WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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Refer to the appropriate Engine for the specification.
Measure the clearance between the connecting rod and the piston. Verify the measurement is within specification.
Fig 1: Measuring Clearance Between Connecting Rod And Piston