Crankshaft Pulley: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Lubricate the crankshaft front seal inner lip with clean engine oil.

NOTE: Clean the keyway and slot using metal surface prep before applying silicone gasket and sealant.

NOTE: The crankshaft pulley must be installed and the bolt tightened within 4 minutes of applying the silicone gasket and sealant.

Fig 1: Locating Sealant At End Of Keyway Slot

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the end of the keyway slot.

NOTE: Lubricate the outside diameter sealing surface with clean engine oil.

Fig 2: Installing Crankshaft Pulley Using Crankshaft Vibration Damper Installer

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the Crankshaft Vibration Damper Installer, install the crankshaft pulley.
Install the bolt and washer. Tighten the bolt in 4 stages:
- Stage 1: Tighten to 120 Nm (89 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Loosen one full turn.
- Stage 3: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
- Stage 4: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
Install the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE - 3.0L (4V) -- FUSION & MILAN article.
After completing the repairs, use the scan tool to perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure following the on-screen instructions.