Lincoln Navigator: Engine System - General Information / Bearing Inspection. General Procedures
Inspection
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Cratering - fatigue failure
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Spot glazing - incorrect seating
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Scratching - dirty engine oil
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Base exposed - poor lubrication
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Both edges worn - journal damaged
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One edge worn - journal tapered or bearing not seated
Symptom Charts
Symptom Chart - Gasoline Engine Performance
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...
Make sure the oil in the crankcase is of the correct
viscosity and at the correct level and that the battery is correctly
charged. Operate the vehicle until the engine is at normal operating
temperature...
Other information:
Removal
Release the fuel system pressure.
Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release (310-00 Fuel System - General
Information - 3.5L EcoBoost (272kW/370PS), General Procedures).
Disconnect the battery negative cable...
Removal
NOTE:
Double seat shown, single seat similar.
Remove the third row seat.
Refer to: Third Row Seat (501-10C Third Row Seats, Removal and Installation).
Remove the child safety seat tether anchor bezels...