Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
If equipped, remove the 7 screws and the underbody cover.

Fig 1: Locating Underbody Cover Screws
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Vehicles equipped with manual transaxle
Remove the 2 bolts and position the clutch slave cylinder aside.
- To install, tighten to 22 Nm (16 lb-ft).
All vehicles
Disconnect the Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) switch electrical connector.
Remove the EOP switch.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Apply thread sealant to the EOP switch threads.