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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1999EXPLORER 4WD V6-4.0L VIN EREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLYPISTON PIN, ENGINE
1999 Ford Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L VIN E
Piston Pin, Engine
1999 Ford Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L VIN ESECTION Piston Pin, Engine
| Length | 2.835 - 2.866 Inch (in) |
| Diameter (Red) | 0.9446 - 0.9447 Inch (in) |
| Diameter (Blue) | 0.9447 - 0.9449 Inch (in) |
| To piston pin bore clearance | 0.0004 - 0.0006 Inch (in) |
| To connecting rod bushing clearance | -0.007 to -0.0017 Inch (in) Press Fit |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.