Crankshaft Pulley: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford RV Cutaway, 2003 Ford Econoline, 2003 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2003 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the Woodruff key slot on the crankshaft pulley.
- Use the special tool to install the crankshaft pulley.
- Install a new crankshaft pulley bolt. Tighten the bolt in four stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Loosen 360 degrees.
- Stage 3: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
- Stage 4: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the drive belt. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE .
- Install the engine cooling fan and the fan shroud. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
NOTE:
If not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.