LH side
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the cylinder head. Install 8 new 12-mm bolts and tighten in the sequence shown in 2 stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Install 2 new 8-mm bolts.
- Tighten to 32 Nm (24 lb-ft).
- Tighten the eight 12-mm bolts in the sequence shown in 2 stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten 90 degrees.
- Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
- Remove the rubber band. Install the camshaft sprocket and bolt.
- Install the LH timing drive cassette upper bolt.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
- Position the ground strap and install the bolt.
- Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Install the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to Exhaust Manifold - LH in this article.
- Position the ignition coil in the engine compartment and connect the spark plug wires to the LH spark plugs.
- Install the oil level indicator tube and bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Attach the wiring harness to the LH cylinder head and install the bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Position the power steering and A/C compressor bracket and install the bolts.
- Tighten to 42 Nm (31 lb-ft).
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the timing chain cassette, an assistant will be required to help position the cylinder head in the vehicle.
NOTE:
New cylinder head bolts must be installed. They are a torque-to-yield design and cannot be reused.
NOTE:
The camshaft gear must turn freely on the camshaft. DO NOT tighten the bolt at this time.
NOTE:
Apply silicone brake caliper grease and dielectric compound to the inside of the spark plug boots.