Crankshaft Pulley: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: If not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or 4 minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.

Fig 1: Applying Silicone Gasket And Sealant To Woodruff Key Slot On Crankshaft Pulley

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the Woodruff key slot on the crankshaft pulley.
Lubricate the crankshaft pulley sealing surface with clean engine oil prior to installation.

Fig 2: Lubricating Crankshaft Pulley Sealing Surface With Clean Engine Oil Prior To Installation
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using the special tool, install the crankshaft pulley.

Fig 3: Using Special Tool To Install Crankshaft Pulley
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Using a new crankshaft pulley bolt, install the crankshaft pulley bolt and washer. Using the special tool to hold the crankshaft pulley, tighten the bolt in 4 stages:
- Stage 1: Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Loosen one full turn.
- Stage 3: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
- Stage 4: Tighten an additional 90 degrees without exceeding 200 Nm (148 lb-ft).
Fig 4: Using Special Tool To Hold Crankshaft Pulley And Tighten Bolt In 4 Stages
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Rotate the tensioner clockwise and install the drive belt.

Fig 5: Rotating Tensioner Clockwise And Installing Drive Belt
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Install the cooling fan shroud. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .