Crankshaft Pulley: Installation

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

Lubricate the crankshaft front seal inner lip with clean engine oil.

NOTE: Lubricate the outside diameter sealing surfaces with clean engine oil.

Fig 1: Identifying Crankshaft Pulley With Front Cover Oil Seal Installer And Crankshaft Vibration Damper Installer

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the Front Cover Oil Seal Installer and Crankshaft Vibration Damper Installer, install the crankshaft pulley.
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 2: Identifying Crankshaft Pulley Washer And Bolt With Strap Wrench
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the accessory drive belt and the power steering belt. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE - 3.5L -- FUSION & MKZ article.
After completing the repairs, use the scan tool to perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure following the on-screen instructions.