How to check crankshaft end play and remove the crankshaft on Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

The crankshaft can only be removed after the engine has been taken out of the vehicle, assuming that the flywheel or drive plate, vibration damper, timing chain(s), oil pan, oil pump, and piston/connecting rod assemblies have been detached. Before starting the crankshaft removal, check the end play by mounting a dial indicator aligned with the crankshaft and touching its end. Push the crankshaft to the rear and zero the dial indicator, then pry it to the front and check the reading to determine the end play. If it exceeds the limit, inspect the crankshaft thrust surfaces for wear; if no wear is found, new main bearings may resolve the issue. If a dial indicator is unavailable, feeler gauges can be used by pushing the crankshaft to the front and measuring the clearance between it and the thrust main bearing. Check the main bearing caps for markings indicating their locations, ensuring they are numbered consecutively from front to rear; if not, mark them appropriately. Loosen the main bearing cap bolts gradually until they can be removed by hand, noting any stud bolts for proper reinstallation. Gently tap the caps with a soft-face hammer to separate them from the engine block, using the bolts as levers if necessary, and take care not to drop the bearing inserts. Finally, lift the crankshaft out of the engine, ideally with assistance due to its weight, and return the bearing inserts to their places in the engine block and main bearing caps, tightening the bolts finger tight.

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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Crankshaft Assembly
Part Number: 2C5Z-6303-BA
$265.55 MSRP: $391.67
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- Other Name: Crankshaft Assy; Crankshaft
- Replaces: 2C5Z-6303-AA, 2F3Z-6303-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Crankshaft Assembly
Part Number: 5L2Z-6303-AA
$244.80 MSRP: $340.00
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- Other Name: Crankshaft Assy; Crankshaft
- Replaces: 1L2Z-6303-BA, F87Z-6303-BA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
- 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Crankshaft Assembly
Part Number: 2C5Z-6303-AA
$265.55 MSRP: $391.67
You Save: $126.12 (33%)
Ships in 1-3 Business Days
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Crankshaft Assy
- Replaced by: 2C5Z-6303-BA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Crankshaft Assembly
Part Number: XL2Z-6303-AA
$221.48 MSRP: $326.67
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Crankshaft Assy; Crankshaft
- Replaces: F7TZ-6303-AC
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Crankshaft Assembly
Part Number: 1L2Z-6303-BA
$230.52 MSRP: $340.00
You Save: $109.48 (33%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Crankshaft Assy
- Manufacturer Note: SOHC
- Replaced by: 5L2Z-6303-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive

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Q: How to check crankshaft end play and remove the crankshaft on Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
A: The crankshaft can only be removed after the engine has been taken out of the vehicle, assuming that the flywheel or drive plate, vibration damper, timing chain(s), oil pan, oil pump, and piston/connecting rod assemblies have been detached. Before starting the crankshaft removal, check the end play by mounting a dial indicator aligned with the crankshaft and touching its end. Push the crankshaft to the rear and zero the dial indicator, then pry it to the front and check the reading to determine the end play. If it exceeds the limit, inspect the crankshaft thrust surfaces for wear; if no wear is found, new main bearings may resolve the issue. If a dial indicator is unavailable, feeler gauges can be used by pushing the crankshaft to the front and measuring the clearance between it and the thrust main bearing. Check the main bearing caps for markings indicating their locations, ensuring they are numbered consecutively from front to rear; if not, mark them appropriately. Loosen the main bearing cap bolts gradually until they can be removed by hand, noting any stud bolts for proper reinstallation. Gently tap the caps with a soft-face hammer to separate them from the engine block, using the bolts as levers if necessary, and take care not to drop the bearing inserts. Finally, lift the crankshaft out of the engine, ideally with assistance due to its weight, and return the bearing inserts to their places in the engine block and main bearing caps, tightening the bolts finger tight.