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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004ECONOLINE E150, VAN CARGO, 4.6 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 305 (ENGINE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION)GENERAL PROCEDURESCRANKSHAFT RUNOUT
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 W
Crankshaft Runout
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Crankshaft Runout
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Monterey and 2004 Ford Freestar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special Tool(s)
- Use the Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture to measure the crankshaft runout.
NOTE:
Crankshaft main bearing journals must be within specifications before checking runout.
- Refer to ENGINE - 3.9L & 4.2L for the procedure.
- Rotate the crankshaft and subtract the lowest dial indicator reading from the highest dial indicator reading to figure the crankshaft runout. If it is out of specification, install new components as necessary. Refer to ENGINE - 3.9L & 4.2L for the procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.