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Cylinder Head LH: Installation

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  1. 1.

    Install the cylinder head gasket.
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  1. 2.

    NOTE: If the cylinder head is replaced, a new secondary timing chain tensioner will need to be installed.
    NOTE: Install new cylinder head bolts.

    Install the cylinder head and the new bolts.

    Torque

    : Stage 1: 177 lb.in (20 Nm) Stage 2: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm) Stage 3: 90 ° Stage 4: 90 ° Stage 5: 45 °

Fig 1: LH Cylinder Head Bolts Tightening Sequence
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  1. 3.

    Install the M6 bolt.

    Torque

    : 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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  1. 4.

    NOTE: The valve tappets must be installed in their original positions.

    Lubricate the valve tappets with clean engine oil and install.

    Material

    : Motorcraft ® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W20-QSP (WSS-M2C945-A)

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  1. 5.

    NOTE: Do not use power tools to install the bolt or damage to the upper LH timing chain guide may occur.

    Install the upper LH timing chain guide and the bolt.

    Torque

    : 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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  1. 6.

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

    Install the CMP sensors and the bolts.

    Material

    : Motorcraft ® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W20-QSP (WSS-M2C945-A)

    Torque

    : 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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  1. 7.

    Connect the CMP sensors electrical connectors and attach the wiring harness retainer.
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  1. 8.

    Install the ground strap and the nut.

    Torque

    : 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

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  1. 9.

    Install the lower intake manifold. Refer to: Lower Intake Manifold .

  1. 10.

    Install the LH camshafts. Refer to: Camshafts .

  1. 11.

    Position the LH catalytic converter and install new flange nuts.

    Torque

    : 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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  1. 12.

    Connect the LH HO2S and catalyst monitor sensors electrical connectors and attach wiring harness to the retainer.
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  1. 13.

    • Remove the oil pan drain plug and drain the engine oil. Use the General Equipment: Oil Drain Equipment
    • Install the oil pan drain plug.

      Torque

      : 20 lb.ft (27 Nm)

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  1. 14.

    Remove and discard the engine oil filter. Use the General Equipment: Oil Drain Equipment
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  1. 15.

    NOTE: Do not lubricate the engine oil filter seal.

    Install a new engine oil filter.

    Torque

    : Stage 1: 44 lb.in (5 Nm) Stage 2: 180 °

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  1. 16.

    • If equipped, install the transmission housing cover and attach the retainer.
    • Install the bolts.

      Torque

      : 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

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  1. 17.

    Fill the engine with clean engine oil. Refer to: Specifications .

    Material

    : Motorcraft ® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W20-QSP (WSS-M2C945-A)

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  1. 18.

    Fill the cooling system. Refer to: COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING AND VACUUM FILLING

  1. 19.

    Connect the battery ground. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

  1. 20.

    Start and check the exhaust system for leaks.