Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Variable Force Solenoid

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NOTE: The Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) variable force solenoid pins must be fully depressed to avoid interference with the VCT valve tips when installing the solenoids. Failure to follow these instructions can result in damage to the engine.

NOTE: The LH or RH valve cover must be removed to perform this procedure. For additional information, REFER to ENGINE - 5.0L (4V) .

NOTE: The bolts are part of the VCT variable force solenoid and cannot be removed.

NOTE: Position the VCT variable force solenoid and tighten the bolts in 2 stages.

Stage 1: Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
Stage 2: Tighten an additional 30 degrees.

NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.

Fig 1: Identifying Variable Camshaft Timing Variable Force Solenoid Related Components - 5.0L (4V)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item	Part Number	Description
1	W700005	LH exhaust Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) variable force solenoid bolt (part of 6M280) (2 required)
2	6M280	LH exhaust VCT variable force solenoid
3	W700005	LH intake VCT variable force solenoid bolt (part of 6M280) (2 required)
4	6M280	LH intake VCT variable force solenoid
5	-	VCT variable force solenoid pin (part of 6M280) (depress prior to installing solenoid)

Refer to the procedures and/or exploded views in this information for any Warnings, Notices, Notes, Materials, Specifications, and Special Tools. Items in the exploded views may not be listed in order of removal.