Crankshaft Pulley: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Pickup, 2003 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2003 Ford Excursion, and 2003 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: If not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or four 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 In Crankshaft Pulley

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the Woodruff key slot in the crankshaft pulley.
Use the special tool to install the crankshaft pulley.

Fig 2: Installing Crankshaft Pulley Using Special Tool
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Tighten the crankshaft pulley 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.
Fig 3: Tightening Crankshaft Pulley Bolt
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Lower the vehicle.
Install the drive belt. Refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE .
Install the engine cooling fan and the fan shroud. Refer to ENGINE COOLING .