What does the .030 sizing mean for these pistons?

The .030 sizing indicates that these pistons are 0.030 inches larger in diameter than the original factory pistons. This size is typically used when the engine cylinders have been bored out to a larger diameter during a rebuild to remove wear or damage.

Do these pistons come with everything needed for installation?

Yes, this set includes the pistons with the piston rings already mounted, along with the necessary piston pins and clips. This makes the installation process more convenient for the engine builder.

Are these pistons suitable for all 2.0L engines from these years?

This piston set is specifically designed for the 2.0L SOHC engine with VIN P for the specified Ford Escort, Focus, and Mercury Tracer models. It's important to confirm your vehicle's VIN code to ensure it matches the engine this piston set is intended for.

1997-2002 Ford Escort Piston Set | Mahle OE 2243429030

Name: Mahle OE Ford 1989cc 2.0L SOHC Vin P 1997-2004 Focus 00-04 / Escort 97-02 .030 Piston Set (Set of 4)
Brand: Mahle OE
SKU: mahle-oe-mahle-oe-ford-1989cc-2-0l-sohc-vin-p-1997-2004-focus-00-04-escort-97-02-t14-52883
Price: 180.61 USD
Availability: BackOrder

Mahle OE Ford 1989cc 2.0L SOHC Vin P 1997-2004 Focus 00-04 / Escort 97-02 .030 Piston Set (Set of 4)

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Fits 1997-2002 Ford Escort. Mahle OE cast piston set (set of 4) with rings, pin, and clips included for easier installation.

Key Features

Fits 1997-2002 Ford Escort, 2000-2004 Ford Focus, and 1997-1999 Mercury Tracer.
Set of 4 cast pistons, sized .030 inches larger than stock.
OE quality pistons from Mahle, a leading original equipment manufacturer.
Features compensated ring grooves for proper ring loading and oil control.
Expansion-controlled design reduces engine noise and wear.
Includes mounted piston rings, piston pins, and clips for easier installation.

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Product Details

If you're rebuilding the engine in your 1997-2002 Ford Escort, a fresh set of pistons is key to getting it running right. These Mahle OE cast pistons are made to the original factory specifications for your 2.0L SOHC engine (VIN P). They are designed to replace your worn-out pistons and restore proper compression and performance.

Mahle is a major OE piston supplier, so you know these pistons are built to match the original equipment. They feature compensated ring grooves, which help ensure the piston rings seal correctly against the cylinder wall for good oil control and reduced blow-by. The expansion-controlled design means they're made with tight tolerances, which helps reduce engine noise and wear, and can even improve emissions and oil control. This set comes complete with the piston rings already mounted, plus the piston pins and clips, so you have everything you need to get them installed right out of the box.

This set is specifically sized at .030 inches larger than stock, which is common when re-boring cylinders during an engine rebuild to clean up any imperfections. Make sure your cylinders have been measured and bored to this size before ordering.