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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2010FOCUS S, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 529 (ENGINE)DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIESPISTONDISASSEMBLY
2010 Ford Focus S, Standard
Disassembly And Assembly Of Subassemblies: Piston: Disassembly
2010 Ford Focus S, StandardSECTION Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Montego, 2006 Ford Freestyle, and 2006 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the piston rings from the piston.
- Discard the piston rings.
- Remove the 2 piston pin retainers and the piston pin.
- Separate the piston from the connecting rod.
- Clean and inspect the piston and connecting rod. For additional information, refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
NOTE:
If the piston and connecting rod are to be reinstalled, they must be assembled in the same orientation. Mark the piston orientation to the connecting rod for reassembly.
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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.