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Oil Pan: Material

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ITEM SPECIFICATION TABLE

Item Specification
Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone TA-357 WSE-M4G323-A6
Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep ZC-31-A -
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP (US); Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada); or equivalent WSS-M2C930-A
Silicone Gasket Remover ZC-30 -
Threadlock and Sealer TA-25 WSK-M2G351-A5
NOTE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.
NOTE: Early build engines have 11 fastener valve covers, late built engines have 9 fastener valve covers. Do not attempt to install bolts in the 2 empty late build valve cover holes or damage to the valve cover will occur.

All vehicles 

  1. Apply a 3 mm (0.11 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the sealing surface of the oil pan.
    • Apply a 5.5 mm (0.21 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the 2 crankshaft seal retainer plate-to-cylinder block joint areas on the sealing surface of the oil pan.
    NOTE: Failure to use Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone may cause the engine oil to foam excessively and result in serious engine damage.
    NOTE: The oil pan and the 4 specified bolts must be installed and the oil pan aligned to the cylinder block and A/C compressor within 4 minutes of sealant application. Final tightening of the oil pan bolts must be carried out within 60 minutes of sealant application.
    Fig 1: Locating Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone Applying Area
    G06074374Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the oil pan and bolts 10, 11, 13 and 14.
    • Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in illustration to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
    • Loosen the bolts 180 degrees.
    NOTE: The oil pan and the 4 specified bolts must be installed within 4 minutes of the start of sealant application.
    Fig 2: Identifying Oil Pan Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G06062570Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Align the oil pan to the cylinder block and A/C compressor.
    • Position the oil pan so the mounting boss is against the A/C compressor and using a straightedge, align the oil pan flush with the rear of the cylinder block at the 2 areas shown in illustration below.
    Fig 3: Locating Oil Pan Alignment Areas
    G06062571Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Tighten bolts 10, 11, 13 and 14 in the sequence shown in illustration below, to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
    Fig 4: Identifying Oil Pan Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G06062570Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the remaining oil pan bolts. Tighten all the oil pan bolts in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Tighten the large bolts (1-14) to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    • Tighten the small bolts (15 and 16) to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 5: Identifying Oil Pan Bolts In Tightening Sequence
    G06062573Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the A/C compressor mounting stud and nut.
    • Tighten the stud to 9 Nm (80 lb-in) and the nut to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    Fig 6: Locating A/C Compressor Mounting Stud & Nut
    G06270118Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the Alignment Pins.
    Fig 7: Locating Alignment Pins
    G06061992Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Apply a 3.0 mm (0.11 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover sealing surfaces including the 3 engine mount bracket bosses.
    • Apply a 5.5 mm (0.21 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the oil pan-to-cylinder block joint and the cylinder head-to-cylinder block joint areas of the engine front cover in 5 places as indicated.
    NOTE: Failure to use Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone may cause the engine oil to foam excessively and result in serious engine damage.
    NOTE: The engine front cover and bolts 17, 18, 19 and 20 must be installed within 4 minutes of the initial sealant application. The remainder of the engine front cover bolts and the engine mount bracket bolts must be installed and tightened within 35 minutes of the initial sealant application. If the time limits are exceeded, the sealant must be removed, the sealing area cleaned and sealant reapplied. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
    Fig 8: Applying Bead Of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone To Oil Pan-To-Cylinder Block Joint
    G06061993Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the engine front cover and bolts 17, 18, 19 and 20.
    • Tighten in sequence to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
    NOTE: Make sure the 2 locating dowel pins are seated correctly in the cylinder block.
    Fig 9: Identifying Engine Front Cover Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G06062616Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the Alignment Pins.
    Fig 10: Identifying Alignment Pins
    G06061995Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install the engine mount bracket and the 3 bolts.
    NOTE: Do not tighten the bolt at this time.
    Fig 11: Locating Engine Mount Bracket & Bolts
    G06061996Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Install the remaining engine front cover bolts. Tighten all the engine front cover bolts and engine mount bracket bolts in the sequence shown in illustration below in 2 stages:
    • Stage 1: Tighten bolts 1 thru 22 to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) and bolts 23, 24 and 25 to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten bolts 1 thru 22 to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft) and bolts 23, 24 and 25 to 75 Nm (55 lb-ft).
    NOTE: Do not expose the Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to engine oil for at least 90 minutes after installing the engine front cover. Failure to follow this instruction may cause oil leakage.
    Fig 12: Identifying Engine Front Cover Bolts & Engine Mount Bracket Bolts Tightening Sequence
    G06061998Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Install the engine mount studs in the following sequence.
    1. Clean the front cover engine mount stud holes with pressurized air to remove any foreign material.
    2. Clean all the thread sealer from the engine mount studs (old and new studs).
    3. Apply new Threadlock and Sealer to the engine mount stud threads.
    4. Install the 2 engine mount studs.
      • Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
      Fig 13: Locating Engine Mount Studs
      G06061984Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: The thread sealer on the engine mount studs (including new engine mount studs if applicable) must be cleaned off with a wire brush and new Threadlock and Sealer applied prior to installing the engine mount studs. Failure to follow this procedure may result in damage to the engine mount studs or engine.
  14. Install the engine mount bracket and the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    Fig 14: Locating Engine Mount Bracket & Bolts
    G06061983Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Using the Front Crankshaft Seal Installer and Crankshaft Vibration Damper Installer, install a new crankshaft front seal.
    NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the crankshaft front seal bore in the engine front cover.
    Fig 15: Identifying Crankshaft Vibration Damper Installer & Front Crankshaft Installer
    G06061945Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Using the Front Cover Oil Seal Installer and Crankshaft Vibration Damper Installer, install the crankshaft pulley.
    NOTE: Lubricate the outside diameter sealing surfaces with clean engine oil.
    Fig 16: Identifying Front Cover Oil Seal Installer & Crankshaft Vibration Damper Installer
    G06061939Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Using the Strap Wrench, install the crankshaft pulley washer and new bolt and tighten in 4 stages.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 120 Nm (89 (lb-ft).
    • Stage 2: Loosen one full turn.
    • Stage 3: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
    • Stage 4: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
    Fig 17: Locating Crankshaft Pulley Washer & Bolt
    G06062017Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Using the VCT  Spark Plug Tube Seal Installer and Handle, install new VCT  solenoid and/or spark plug tube seals.
    NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed during disassembly of the engine.
    NOTE: Spark plug tube seal installation shown in illustration, Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) solenoid seal installation similar.
    Fig 18: Identifying VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Installer And Handle
    G06061920Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover-to-RH cylinder head joints.
    NOTE: Failure to use Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone may cause the engine oil to foam excessively and result in serious engine damage.
    NOTE: If the valve cover is not installed and the fasteners tightened within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
    Fig 19: Locating Engine Front Cover-To-RH Cylinder Head Joints
    G06061930Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    Early build vehicles 

  20. Using a new gasket, install the RH valve cover, bolt and the 10 stud bolts.
    • Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration below to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 20: Identifying Valve Cover Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G06073749Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    Late build vehicles 

  21. Using a new gasket, install the RH valve cover and tighten the 9 stud bolts.
    • Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration below to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 21: Identifying RH Valve Cover Stud Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G06252331Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    All vehicles 

  22. Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover-to-LH cylinder head joints.
    NOTE: Failure to use Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone may cause the engine oil to foam excessively and result in serious engine damage.
    NOTE: If the valve cover is not installed and the fasteners tightened within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
    Fig 22: Identifying Engine RTV Silicone Applying Area To Cylinder Head Joints
    G06061921Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    Early build vehicles 

  23. Using a new gasket, install the LH valve cover and 11 stud bolts.
    • Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration below to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 23: Identifying LH Valve Cover Stud Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G06061922Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    Late build vehicles 

  24. Using a new gasket, install the LH valve cover and tighten the 9 stud bolts.
    • Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 24: Identifying LH Valve Cover Stud Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G06252334Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    All vehicles 

  25. Install the wiring harness retaining bracket and the 2 nuts.
    • Tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).
    Fig 25: Locating Wiring Harness Retaining Bracket & Nuts
    G06269758Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  26. Install the 6 coil-on-plug assemblies and the 6 bolts.
    • Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
    NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
    Fig 26: Locating Bolts And Coil-On-Plug Assemblies
    G06062252Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  27. Install the LH cylinder block drain plug.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in) plus an additional 180 degrees.
    Fig 27: Locating LH Cylinder Block Drain Plug
    G06270830Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  28. Install the RH cylinder block drain plug or, if equipped, the block heater.
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    Fig 28: Locating RH Cylinder Block Drain Plug
    G06062343Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles 

  29. Using a new gasket, install the RH catalytic converter and 4 new nuts.
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    Fig 29: Locating RH Catalytic Converter & Nuts
    G06269875Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    All vehicles 

  30. Using a new gasket, install the LH catalytic converter and 4 new nuts (3 shown in illustration).
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    Fig 30: Locating LH Catalytic Converter Nuts
    G06062304Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  31. Install the accessory drive belt tensioner and the 3 bolts.
    • Tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).
    Fig 31: Locating Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Bolts
    G06062657Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  32. Install the power steering pump and the 3 bolts.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    Fig 32: Locating Power Steering Pump & Bolts
    G06269976Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  33. Install the Power Steering Pressure (PSP) hose bracket and nut.
    • Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
    Fig 33: Locating PSP Hose Bracket Nut
    G06269770Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  34. Attach the PSP  hose retainer to the engine lifting eye.
    Fig 34: Locating PSP Hose Retainer
    G06269968Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  35. Attach all of the wiring harness retainers to the LH valve cover and stud bolts.
  36. Connect the LH camshaft VCT  solenoid electrical connector.
    Fig 35: Locating LH VCT Solenoid Electrical Connector
    G06062250Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  37. Connect the 3 LH coil-on-plug electrical connectors.
    Fig 36: Locating LH Coil-On-Plug Electrical Connectors
    G06062251Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  38. Connect the LH Catalyst Monitor Sensor (CMS) electrical connector.
    Fig 37: Locating LH Catalyst Monitor Sensor (CMS) Electrical Connector
    G06062302Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  39. Attach all of the wiring harness retainers to the RH valve cover and stud bolts.
  40. Connect the 3 RH coil-on-plug electrical connectors.
    Fig 38: Locating RH Coil-On-Plug Electrical Connectors
    G06062249Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  41. Connect the RH VCT  solenoid electrical connector.
    Fig 39: Locating RH Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Solenoid Electrical Connector
    G06062248Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    FWD vehicles 

  42. Connect the RH CMS  electrical connector.
    Fig 40: Locating RH Catalyst Monitor Sensor (CMS) Electrical Connector
    G06062161Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    All vehicles 

  43. Connect the PSP  switch electrical connector.
    Fig 41: Locating PSP Switch Electrical Connector
    G06269962Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  44. Using new gaskets, install the upper intake manifold and the 6 bolts.
    • Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration below to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    NOTE: If the engine is repaired or replaced because of upper engine failure, typically including valve or piston damage, check the intake manifold for metal debris. If metal debris is found, install a new intake manifold. Failure to follow these instructions can result in engine damage.
    Fig 42: Identifying Upper Intake Manifold Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G06061911Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  45. Install the upper intake manifold support bracket bolt.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 43: Locating Upper Intake Manifold Support Bracket Bolt
    G06062244Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  46. Attach the wiring harness retainers to the upper intake manifold.
    Fig 44: Locating Wiring Harness Retainers
    G06269958Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  47. Connect the Throttle Body (TB) electrical connector.
    Fig 45: Locating Throttle Body (TB) Electrical Connector
    G06062242Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  48. Connect the PCV hose to the PCV valve.
    Fig 46: Locating PCV Hose
    G06062361Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  49. If equipped, position the block heater wiring harness onto the engine.
    • Attach the block heater wiring harness retainer to the power steering reservoir hose and the PSP  hose.
    Fig 47: Locating Block Heater Wiring Harness
    G06270182Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  50. If equipped, connect the block heater electrical connector and install the heat shield.
    Fig 48: Locating Block Heater Electrical Connector & Heat Shield
    G06062307Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  51. If equipped, attach the block heater wiring harness retainer to the upper intake manifold.
    Fig 49: Locating Block Heater Wiring Harness Retainer To Upper Intake Manifold
    G06270852Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  52. Using the Heavy Duty Floor Crane and Spreader Bar, remove the engine from the stand.
    Fig 50: Identifying Heavy Duty Floor Crane And Spreader Bar
    G06062694Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  53. Install the crankshaft sensor ring.
    Fig 51: Locating Crankshaft Sensor Ring
    G06062359Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  54. Install the flexplate and the 8 bolts.
    • Tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
    Fig 52: Locating Flexplate & Bolts
    G06270177Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  55. Install the engine in the vehicle. For additional information, refer to ENGINE .
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