Cylinder Bore Taper

303-00 Engine System - General Information 2016 Mustang

General Procedures Procedure revision date: 08/28/2012

Check

NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification.

1. Measure the cylinder bore at the top, middle and bottom of piston ring travel in 2 directions as indicated. Verify the cylinder bore is within the wear limit. The difference indicates the cylinder bore taper. If the cylinder bore taper does not meet specification, bore the cylinder to the next oversize limit.

Cylinder Bore Taper — original illustration 1, reference 128Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

Source reference 128

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