Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
Remove the 5 bolts and the RH splash shield.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).

Fig 1: Right Splash Shield Bolts

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
Remove the bolt and the CKP.
- To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Inspect the O-ring seal and install new as necessary.

NOTE: Lubricate the CKP O-ring seal with clean engine oil.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.