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    CAUTION: Clean the engine support insulator-to-bracket mating surfaces and the bolt holes in the bracket of any dirt or foreign material prior to installation.
    Fig 1: Installing RH Engine Support Insulator And Bolts
    GF0002492Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Install the RH engine support insulator and the bolts.
    • Apply threadlock to the bolts threads prior to installation.
    • Tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
    2. CAUTION: Clean the engine support insulator-to-bracket mating surfaces and the bolt holes in the bracket of any dirt or foreign material prior to installation.
    Fig 2: Installing LH Engine Support Insulator And Bolts
    GF0002491Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the LH engine support insulator and the bolts.
    • Apply threadlock to the bolts threads prior to installation.
    • Tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
  3. Remove the floor jack and wood block from the transmission.
  4. Lower the engine into position and remove the floor crane and the special tools.
  5. Position the power steering fluid reservoir bracket and install the bolts.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
    Fig 3: Positioning Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Bracket Bolts
    GF0002484Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    6. CAUTION: Make sure the RH engine support insulator mating surfaces and the washer mating surface are free of foreign material and corrosion before installation. Install a new washer.
    Fig 4: Installing RH Engine Support Insulator Washer And Nuts
    GF0002483Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the RH engine support insulator nuts and washer.
    • Tighten to 250 Nm (184 lb-ft).
  7. Install the LH engine support insulator through bolt.
    • Tighten to 350 Nm (258 lb-ft).
    Fig 5: Installing LH Engine Support Insulator Through Bolt
    GF0002482Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the transmission-to-engine bolts.
    • Tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    Fig 6: Installing Transmission-To-Engine Bolts
    GF0002481Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the 3 oil pan-to-transmission bolts.
    • Tighten to 34 Nm (25 lb-ft).
    Fig 7: Installing Oil Pan-To-Transmission Bolts
    GF0002480Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.


  1. Install the starter motor. For additional information, refer to STARTING SYSTEM article.
  2. Install the 4 three-way catalytic converter nuts.
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    Fig 1: Installing 3-Way Catalytic Converter Nuts
    GF0002477Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. If equipped, connect the engine block heater electrical connector.
    Fig 2: Connecting Engine Block Heater Electrical Connector
    GF0002476Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Position the starter wiring harness bracket and install the nut.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
    Fig 3: Installing Starter Wiring Harness Bracket Nut
    GF0002475Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.


  1. Install a new oil filter.
    • Tighten to 16 Nm (12 lb-ft).
    Fig 1: Installing New Oil Filter
    GF0002473Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    2. NOTE: Do not tighten the bolts until the 2 upper bolts are installed.
    NOTE: Make sure the power steering pressure hose bracket is installed on the stud.
    Fig 2: Installing Power Steering Pump Bolts
    GF0002579Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Position the power steering pump and install the bolts finger tight.
    • Slide the power steering pump into position while installing the front bolt.
    • Install the bolt.
  3. Attach the wiring harness retainer to the rear of the RH cylinder head.
    Fig 3: Attaching Wiring Harness Retainer To Rear Of RH Cylinder Head
    GF0002471Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Position the ground wire and install the bolt.
    Fig 4: Positioning Ground Wire And Installing Bolt
    GF0002470Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Connect the wiring harness in-line connector.
    Fig 5: Connecting Wiring Harness In-Line Connector
    GF0002469Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Connect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve hose to the PCV valve.
    Fig 6: Connecting Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Hose To PCV Valve
    GF0002468Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Position the coil and the RH spark plug wires as an assembly and install the bolts.
    • Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
  8. Connect the coil electrical connector.
    Fig 7: Connecting Coil Electrical Connector
    GF0002466Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Attach the RH spark plug wire retainers.
    Fig 8: Attaching RH Spark Plug Wire Retainers
    GF0002465Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Apply silicone dielectric compound to the inside of the spark plug wire boots. Connect the spark plug wires to the spark plugs.
  11. Attach the wiring harness retainer.
    Fig 9: Attaching Wiring Harness Retainer
    GF0002464Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Connect the generator.
    • Connect the electrical connector.
    • Connect the battery positive cable, install the nut and slide the protective cap over the terminal.
      • Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
    • Attach the wiring harness retainer.
    Fig 10: Connecting Generator
    GF0002463Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    13. NOTE: Tighten the lower bolts at this time.
    Fig 11: Installing Power Steering Pump Upper Bolts
    GF0002462Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Install the power steering pump upper bolts.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  14. Rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner counterclockwise and install the accessory drive belt.
    Fig 12: Installing Accessory Drive Belt Bolt
    GF0002461Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. If equipped, install the compressor manifold and tube assembly. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL article.
  16. Position the power steering fluid reservoir and install the bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 13: Installing Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Bolts
    GF0002460Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Position the LH spark plug wires and attach the LH spark plug wire retainers.
    Fig 14: Attaching LH Spark Plug Wire Retainers
    GF0002459Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Apply silicone dielectric compound to the inside of the spark plug wire boots. Connect the spark plug wires to the spark plugs.


  1. Position the fuel rail, the fuel injectors, the fuel charging wiring harness and the vacuum harness as an assembly and install the bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 1: Tightening Bolts
    GF0002457Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Connect the fuel supply spring lock coupling. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
  3. Connect the intake manifold runner control (IMRC) actuator and the fuel charging wiring harness electrical connectors.
    Fig 2: Connecting Intake Manifold Runner Control (IMRC) Actuator And Fuel Charging Wiring Harness Electrical Connectors
    GF0002456Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Connect the lower radiator hose to the coolant pump.
    Fig 3: Connecting Lower Radiator Hose To Coolant Pump
    GF0002455Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Connect the heater hoses.
    Fig 4: Connecting Heater Hoses
    GF0002454Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Connect the upper radiator hose to the thermostat housing.
    Fig 5: Connecting Upper Radiator Hose To Thermostat Housing
    GF0002453Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the air cleaner. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING article.
  8. Install the radiator and the cooling fan and shroud. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.
  9. Install the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Upper Intake Manifold  in this article.
  10. Position the radiator sight shield and install the 9 pushpins.
    Fig 6: Locating Radiator Sight Shield Pushpins
    GF0002452Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Position the cowl extension panel and install the 7 bolts.
    Fig 7: Installing Cowl Extension Panel Bolts
    GF0002451Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.


  1. Attach the windshield washer hose, the wiring harness retainer and the electrical connector to the cowl extension panel.
    Fig 1: Attaching Windshield Washer Hose, Wiring Harness Retainer And Electrical Connector To Cowl Extension Panel
    GF0002449Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the powertrain control module (PCM). For additional information, refer to ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS article.
  3. Install the cowl panel grille. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS article.
  4. Position the hood and install the bolts.
    • Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
  5. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES article.
  6. Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
  7. Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.
  8. If equipped, evacuate and charge the A/C system. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS article.
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