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Section 678 (Engine - 5.0L 32V Ti-VCT): Disassembly: Engine

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 

GFD39040Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
100-001 (T50T-100-A) Slide Hammer
GFD39783Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
205-142 (T80T-4000-J) Installer, Differential Bearing Cone
GFD38522Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle
GFD39257Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer

TKIT-2006UF-FLM

TKIT-2006UF-ROW

GFD39089Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-409 (T92C-6700-CH) Remover, Crankshaft Seal

TKIT-1992-FH/FMH/FLMH

TKIT-1993-LMH/MH

GFD40537Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-448 (T93P-6303-A) Holding Tool, Crankshaft

TKIT-1993-FLM

TKIT-1993-LM

GFD40389Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-519 (T95P-6701-EH) Remover, Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal

TKIT-1995-FH/FLMH

TKIT-1995-LMH/MH

GFD40594Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-F047 Lifting Bracket, Engine
Floor Crane
Three Leg Puller
Mounting Stand
Plastic Scraper

Materials 

Name Specification
Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover ZC-30-A -
Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep ZC-31-B -
Metal Brake Parts CleanerPM-4-A, PM-4-B -
NOTE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.
NOTE: Remove the cylinder heads before removing the crankshaft. Failure to do so can result in engine damage.
NOTE: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed in their original location. Mark the components for installation into their original location.
NOTE: Refer to the exploded view under the Engine Component View .

  1. 1.

    NOTE: The flexplate bolts are torque-to-yield design and are not reusable.
    • Remove and discard the bolts.
    • Remove the flexplate.
GFD40501Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 2.

    Remove the crankshaft sensor ring and the engine-to-transmission spacer plate.
GFD40611Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 3.

    Inspect the crankshaft sensor ring for damage. If the crankshaft sensor ring has been dropped or has any visual damage, it must be replaced.
GFD39101Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 4.

    Using the special tools, remove and discard the crankshaft rear seal.

    Use Special Service Tool: 303-519 (T95P-6701-EH) Remover, Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal, 100-001 (T50T-100-A) Slide Hammer.

GFD40391Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 5.

    Using a floor crane, install the engine on a mounting stand and remove the special tool.

    Remove Special Service Tool: 303-F047 Lifting Bracket, Engine.

    Use the General Equipment: Floor Crane

    Use the General Equipment: Mounting Stand

GFD40612Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 6.

    Remove the bolts and the LH engine mount-to-cylinder block bracket.
    • Discard the bolts.
GFD40453Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 7.

    Remove the bolts and theRH engine mount and bracket as an assembly.
    • Discard the bolts.
GFD40465Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 8.

    Remove the bolts and the RH exhaust manifold heat shield.
GFD40613Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 9.

    Remove and discard the nuts.
    • Remove the exhaust manifold.
GFD40614Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 10.

    Remove and discard the gasket and studs.
GFD40615Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 11.

    Remove the bolts and the LH exhaust manifold heat shield.
GFD40616Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 12.

    Remove and discard the nuts.
    • Remove the exhaust manifold.
GFD40617Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 13.

    Remove and discard the gasket and studs.
GFD40477Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 14.

    NOTE: 4x2 shown in illustration, 4x4 similar.
    • Disconnect the VCT variable force solenoids and ignition coils electrical connectors.
    • Detach the wiring harness retainers.
GFD40618Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 15.

    • Disconnect the VCT variable force solenoid electrical connectors.
    • Detach the wiring harness retainers.
GFD40619Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 16.

    Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
    • Detach the wiring harness retainer.
    • Remove the bolt and the RH exhaust CMP sensor.
GFD40620Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 17.

    Disconnect the CHT sensor and the CKP sensor electrical connectors.
GFD40621Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 18.

    Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
GFD40622Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 19.

    1. 1.

      Reposition the wiring harness insulator.

    1. 2.

      Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors.

    1. 3.

      Detach the engine wiring harness retainers.
GFD40623Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 20.

    Detach the wiring harness retainer from the engine front cover stud bolt.
GFD40624Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 21.

    Disconnect the KS electrical connectors.
GFD40625Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 22.

    Remove the nut and the wiring harness from the engine.
GFD40626Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 23.

    NOTE: When removing the ignition coils, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.

    Remove the bolts and the ignition coils.

GFD40627Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 24.

    Loosen the bolts and remove the RH valve cover.
GFD40628Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 25.

    NOTE: Clean the valve cover gasket groove with soap and water or a suitable solvent.

    Remove and discard the gasket.

GFD40575Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 26.

    Inspect the VCT variable force solenoid seals. Remove any damaged seals using the special tools.

    Use Special Service Tool: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle, 205-142 (T80T-4000-J) installer, Differential Bearing Cone.

GFD40562Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 27.

    Inspect the spark plug seals. Remove any damaged seals using the special tools.

    Use Special Service Tool: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle, 303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer.

GFD40563Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 28.

    NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.

    Clean the valve cover mating surface of the RH cylinder head and engine front cover. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .

    Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper

    Material

    : Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

    Material

    : Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep / ZC-31-B

    Material

    : Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B

GFD40576Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 29.

    1. 1.

      Remove the oil level indicator.

    1. 2.

      Depress the tab.

    1. 3.

      Rotate the oil level indicator tube counterclockwise.

    1. 4.

      Pull the oil level indicator tube from the engine.
GFD40559Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 30.

    Loosen the bolts and remove the LH valve cover.
GFD40629Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 31.

    NOTE: Clean the valve cover gasket groove with soap and water or a suitable solvent.

    Remove and discard the gasket.

GFD40561Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 32.

    Inspect the VCT variable force solenoid seals. Remove any damaged seals using the special tools.

    Use Special Service Tool: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle, 205-142 (T80T-4000-J) installer, Differential Bearing Cone.

GFD40562Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 33.

    Inspect the spark plug seals. Remove any damaged seals using the special tools.

    Use Special Service Tool: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W)Handle, 303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer.

GFD40563Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 34.

    NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.

    Clean the valve cover mating surface of the LH cylinder head and engine front cover. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .

    Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper

    Material

    : Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

    Material

    : Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep / ZC-31-B

    Material

    : Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B

GFD40564Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 35.

    Remove the bolts and the thermostat housing.
GFD40630Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 36.

    Remove and discard the thermostat housing O-ring seal.
GFD40631Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 37.

    Loosen the coolant pump pulley bolts.
GFD40632Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 38.

    Rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner counterclockwise and remove the accessory drive belt.
GFD40633Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 39.

    Rotate the A/C compressor belt tensioner clockwise and remove the A/C compressor belt.
GFD40634Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 40.

    Remove the bolt and the A/C compressor belt tensioner.
GFD40635Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 41.

    Remove the bolts and the coolant pump pulley.
GFD40636Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 42.

    Remove the bolts and the coolant pump.
GFD40637Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 43.

    Remove and discard the coolant pump O-ring seal.
GFD40425Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 44.

    Remove the bolt and the accessory drive belt tensioner.
GFD40638Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 45.

    Remove the bolts and the generator.
GFD40639Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 46.

    Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt and washer.
GFD40640Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 47.

    • Using the 3 Leg Puller and the crankshaft pulley bolt, remove the crankshaft pulley.

      Use the General Equipment: Three Leg Puller

    • Discard the crankshaft pulley bolt.
GFD40641Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 48.

    NOTE: Use care not to damage the engine front cover or the crankshaft when removing the seal.

    Using the special tool, remove and discard the crankshaft front oil seal.

    Use Special Service Tool: 303-409 (T92C-6700-CH) Remover, Crankshaft Seal.

GFD40642Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 49.

    Remove the bolts and stud bolts.
GFD40431Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 50.

    Remove the engine front cover-to-oil filter adapter bolt.
GFD40432Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 51.

    Using a 10 mm Hex Bit loosen the engine front cover-to-oil filter adapter jack screw.
GFD40433Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 52.

    Remove the bolts and stud bolts.
GFD40643Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 53.

    Remove the engine front cover from the front cover to cylinder block dowels.
GFD40644Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 54.

    Remove and discard the gaskets.
GFD40436Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 55.

    NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.

    Clean and inspect the mating surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .

    Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper

    Material

    : Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

    Material

    : Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B

    Material

    : Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep / ZC-31-B

GFD40437Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 56.

    Using the special tool, rotate the crankshaft clockwise until the keyway is at the 7:30 position.

    Use Special Service Tool: 303-448 (T93P-6303-A) Holding Tool, Crankshaft.

GFD40538Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 57.

    Verify the timing mark on the RHVCT unit is on top, if not, rotate the crankshaft clockwise one complete revolution so the keyway is at the 7:30 position.
GFD40539Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 58.

    Remove the bolts and the RH primary timing chain tensioner.
GFD40540Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 59.

    NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the crankshaft slightly to provide enough slack in the chain to remove the RH timing chain tensioner arm. Return the crankshaft keyway to the 7:30 position after removing the RH timing chain tensioner arm.

    Remove the RH timing chain tensioner arm.

GFD40541Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 60.

    NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the crankshaft slightly to provide enough slack in the chain to remove the RH timing chain guide. Return the crankshaft keyway to the 7:30 position after removing the RH timing chain guide.

    Remove the bolt and the RH timing chain guide.

GFD40542Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 61.

    Remove the RH timing chain.
GFD40543Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 62.

    Remove the intake and exhaust VCT assembly bolts.
GFD40580Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 63.

    Slide the VCT assemblies and secondary timing chain forward 2 mm (0.078 in).
GFD40581Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 64.

    1. 1.

      Depress the secondary timing chain tensioner.

    1. 2.

      Turn the tensioner counterclockwise 90 degrees.
GFD40582Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 65.

    Remove the VCT assemblies and the secondary timing chain.
GFD40583Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 66.

    Remove and discard the VCT system oil filters.
GFD40371Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 67.

    NOTE: The front camshaft bearing mega cap must be removed first and then the remaining camshaft bearing caps. Failure to follow this direction may result in damage to the engine.

    Remove the bolts and the front camshaft bearing mega cap.

GFD40372Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 68.

    Remove the bolts and the camshaft bearing caps.
GFD40373Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 69.

    Remove the intake and exhaust camshafts.
GFD40374Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 70.

    1. 1.

      Remove the camshaft roller follower and hydraulic lash adjuster assemblies.

    1. 2.

      Separate the hydraulic lash adjusters from the spring clips on the camshaft roller followers.

    1. 3.

      Inspect the hydraulic lash adjuster and roller follower for damage. If any damage is found, inspect the camshaft lobes and valves for damage. Replace damaged components as necessary.
GFD40375Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 71.

    • Remove and discard the bolts.
    • Remove the cylinder head.
GFD40413Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 72.

    Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.
GFD40414Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 73.

    Remove the dowels.
GFD40645Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 74.

    NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths.
    NOTE: Clean the cylinder head bolt holes in the cylinder block using compressed air. Make sure all coolant, oil or other foreign material is removed.
    • Clean and inspect the cylinder head-to-cylinder block mating surfaces of both the cylinder head and the cylinder block
GFD40415Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 75.

    Using the special tool, rotate the crankshaft clockwise one complete revolution.

    Use Special Service Tool: 303-448 (T93P-6303-A)Holding Tool, Crankshaft.

GFD40544Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 76.

    Using the special tool, rotate the crankshaft clockwise until the keyway is at the 3:30 position.

    Use Special Service Tool: 303-448 (T93P-6303-A) Holding Tool, Crankshaft.

GFD40545Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 77.

    Remove the bolts and the LH primary timing chain tensioner.
GFD40546Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 78.

    NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the crankshaft slightly to provide enough slack in the chain to remove the LH timing chain tensioner arm. Return the crankshaft keyway to the 3:30 position after removing the LH timing chain tensioner arm.

    Remove the LH timing chain tensioner arm.

GFD40547Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 79.

    NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the crankshaft slightly to provide enough slack in the chain to remove the LH timing chain guide. Return the crankshaft keyway to the 3:30 position after removing the LH timing chain guide.

    Remove the bolt and the LH timing chain guide.

GFD40548Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 80.

    Remove the LH timing chain.
GFD40549Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 81.

    Remove the crankshaft sprocket.
GFD40532Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 82.

    Remove the intake and exhaust VCT assembly bolts.
GFD40584Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 83.

    Slide the Variable Camshaft Timing VCT assemblies and secondary timing chain forward 2 mm (0.078 in).
GFD40585Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 84.

    1. 1.

      Depress the secondary timing chain tensioner.

    1. 2.

      Turn the tensioner counterclockwise 90 degrees.
GFD40586Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 85.

    Remove the VCT assemblies and the secondary timing chain.
GFD40587Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 86.

    Remove and discard the VCT system oil filters.
GFD40362Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 87.

    NOTE: The front camshaft bearing mega cap must be removed first and then the remaining camshaft bearing caps. Failure to follow this direction may result in damage to the engine.

    Remove the bolts and the front camshaft bearing mega cap.

GFD40363Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 88.

    Remove the bolts and the camshaft bearing caps.
GFD40364Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 89.

    Remove the intake and exhaust camshafts.
GFD40365Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 90.

    1. 1.

      Remove the camshaft roller follower and hydraulic lash adjuster assemblies.

    1. 2.

      Separate the hydraulic lash adjusters from the spring clips on the camshaft roller followers.

    1. 3.

      Inspect the hydraulic lash adjuster and roller follower for damage. If any damage is found, inspect the camshaft lobes and valves for damage. Replace damaged components as necessary.
GFD40366Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 91.

    • Remove and discard the bolts.
    • Remove the cylinder head.
GFD40403Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 92.

    Discard the cylinder head gasket.
GFD40404Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 93.

    Remove the dowels.
GFD40646Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 94.

    NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths.
    NOTE: Clean the cylinder head bolt holes in the cylinder block using compressed air. Make sure all coolant, oil or other foreign material is removed.
    • Clean and inspect the cylinder head-to-cylinder block mating surfaces of both the cylinder head and the cylinder block
GFD40405Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 95.

    Remove the bolts and the KSs.
GFD40647Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 96.

    Remove the bolt and the CKP sensor.
GFD40648Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 97.

    NOTE: A new oil cooler must be installed or severe damage to the engine can occur.

    Remove the threaded fitting and the oil cooler.

    • Discard the oil cooler.
GFD40649Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 98.

    Remove the bolts and the oil filter adapter.
GFD40650Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 99.

    Discard the oil filter adapter gasket.
GFD40651Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 100.

    Remove the bolts and the A/C compressor.
GFD40652Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 101.

    Remove the bolts and the oil pan.
    • Remove and discard the gasket.
GFD40653Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 102.

    Remove the bolts and the oil pump screen and pickup tube.
    • Discard the O-ring seal.
GFD40533Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 103.

    Remove the oil pump screen and pickup tube spacer.
GFD40654Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 104.

    NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.

    Clean the mating surface of the cylinder block. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper

    Material

    : Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

    Material

    : Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep / ZC-31-B

    Material

    : Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B

GFD40655Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 105.

    NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths.

    Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material.

GFD40528Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 106.

    Remove the bolts and the crankshaft rear seal retainer plate.
GFD40396Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 107.

    NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.

    Clean and inspect the mating surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .

    Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper

    Material

    : Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

    Material

    : Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B

    Material

    : Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep / ZC-31-B

GFD40397Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 108.

    Remove the bolts, the stud bolts and the oil pump.
GFD40534Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 109.

    • Before removing the pistons, inspect the top of the cylinder bores.
    • If necessary, remove the ridge or carbon deposits from each cylinder using an abrasive pad.
GFD40656Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 110.

    NOTE: Verify that the connecting rod and rod cap have orientation numbers cast into them. If not, number the connecting rod and rod cap for correct orientation. Failure to do so can result in engine damage.

    Remove the bolts and the connecting rod cap.

GFD40657Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 111.

    NOTE: Do not scratch the cylinder walls or crankshaft journals with the connecting rod or engine damage may occur.

    Remove the piston through the top of the cylinder block

GFD40658Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 112.

    Repeat the previous 2 steps for each of the remaining pistons.

  1. 113.

    Disassemble the 8 pistons. Refer to: Piston Inspection .

  1. 114.

    1. 1.

      Remove and discard the cross-mounted main cap bolts.

    1. 2.

      Remove and discard the main bearing cap bolts and stud bolt.
GFD40659Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 115.

    Remove the main bearing caps (1), the lower crankshaft main bearings (2) and the lower thrust bearing (3).
GFD40660Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 116.

    Remove the crankshaft (1), the upper crankshaft main bearings (2) and the upper thrust washer (3) from the cylinder block.
GFD40661Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 117.

    Remove the bolts and the piston cooling jets from the cylinder block.
GFD40662Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY