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Synchronizer - Camshaft, 3.0L: Removal

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  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
    2. CAUTION: The No. 1 cylinder must be set on top dead center (TDC) of the compression stroke or the synchronizer assembly will not be installed correctly.
    CAUTION: Do not turn the crankshaft or the camshaft during the removal and installation procedure or the fuel system timing will be out of time with the engine and possibly cause engine damage.
  2. Rotate the crankshaft until the No. 1 cylinder is at TDC of the compression stroke and the TDC mark lines up with the timing mark.
  3. Disconnect the camshaft position (CMP) sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting CMP Sensor Electrical Connector
    G03275306Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    4. NOTE: Prior to the removal of the CMP sensor, note the position of the CMP sensor electrical connector. The installation procedure requires that the electrical connector be located in the same position.
    Fig 2: Removing CMP Sensor
    G03275307Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the screws and the CMP sensor.
  5. Remove the bolt.
    Fig 3: Removing Bolt
    G03275308Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    6. NOTE: The oil pump driveshaft might not come out with the camshaft synchronizer. If so, retrieve the oil pump driveshaft before proceeding.
    Fig 4: Removing Camshaft Synchronizer
    G03275309Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the camshaft synchronizer.
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