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Piston Diameter

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    NOTE: Typical piston shown in illustration.
    NOTE: When considering installing a new piston, check the cylinder bore out-of-round specifications, cylinder boring may be necessary. Cylinder bore reconditioning will require oversize service pistons.
    Fig 1: Measuring Piston Diameter
    G07480789Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Use a 75-100 mm (3-4 in) micrometer to measure the piston skirt. Verify piston size by measuring the skirt diameter.
    • Measure 15.5 mm (0.61 in) from the bottom, at 90 degrees to the piston pin, at room temperature of 19-21°C (66-70°F).
    • Install a new piston if not within specification. For additional information, refer to SPECIFICATIONS  in this service information.