Ford F-150 / F-250, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator Repair Manual 1997-2017

There's a reason that so many 1997-2017 Ford trucks and SUVs are still on the road. These vehicles are incredibly well-made, which is why it's so easy to care for them on your own with the help of this repair manual by Haynes.

The Ford F150 / F250 / Expedition / Navigator Repair Manual 1997-2017 covers the following Ford pickup trucks and SUVs and Lincoln SUV (2WD and 4WD models):

• Ford F-150 - 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
• Ford F-150 Heritage - 2004
• Ford F-250 - 1997, 1998, 1999
• Ford Expedition - 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
• Lincoln Navigator - 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017

Note: This manual does not include specific information for the diesel engine, F-250 HD, Super Duty, F-350, or Lightning models.

Who knew it was so easy to do the maintenance and repairs on your very own SUV or pick-up truck? This owner's manual by Haynes breaks it down for you so that every step is one that you can tackle solo. Most repairs and maintenance tasks will no longer require an expensive trip to the repair shop. In fact, this is the same resource that many mechanics are using anyway, so why not do the work yourself? Get an easy-to-use guide that provides the step-by-step tutorials, illustrations, diagrams and photos that make work like this something that you're eager to DIY.

Book Excerpt: 1997-2017 Ford F-150, F-150 Heritage, F-250, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator 2WD/4WD Repair Manual PISTONS/CONNECTING RODS: INSPECTION
Refer to illustrations 18.4a, 18.4b, 18.10 and 18.11

1. Before the inspection process can be carried out, the piston/connecting rod assemblies must be cleaned and the original piston rings removed from the pistons. Note: Always use new piston rings when the engine is reassembled.
2. Using a piston ring installation tool, carefully remove the rings from the pistons (see illustration 22.11). Be careful not to nick or gouge the pistons in the process.
3. Scrape all traces of carbon from the top of the piston. A hand-held wire brush or a piece of fine emery cloth can be used once the majority of the deposits have been scraped away. Do not, under any circumstances, use a wire brush mounted in a drill motor or caustic chemicals to remove deposits from the pistons. The piston material is soft and may be eroded away.
4. Use a piston ring groove cleaning tool to remove carbon deposits from the ring grooves. If a tool isn't available, a piece broken off the old ring will do the job (see illustrations). Be very careful to remove only the carbon deposits - don't remove any metal and do not nick or scratch the sides of the ring grooves.
5. Once the deposits have been removed, clean the piston/rod assemblies with solvent and dry them with compressed air (if available). Make sure the oil return holes in the back sides of the ring grooves are clear.
6. If the pistons and cylinder walls aren't damaged or worn excessively, and if the engine block is not rebored, new pistons won't be necessary. Normal piston wear appears as even vertical wear on the piston thrust surfaces and slight looseness of the top ring in its groove. New piston rings, however, should always be used when an engine is rebuilt.
7. Carefully inspect each piston for cracks around the skirt, at the pin bosses and at the ring lands.

Subject: Ford, Lincoln pickup truck/SUV service, maintenance, and repair DIY instructions. ISBN-10: 1620923025 | ISBN-13: 9781620923023 | UPC: 038345360596 | Haynes 36059