Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Unit: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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: If the RHVCT units are being serviced at the same time as the LHVCT units, remove the RHVCT units first.

Right hand units

1.

Remove the RH timing chain. Refer to: Timing Chain .

2.

Remove the intake and exhaust VCT assembly bolts.

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3.

Slide the VCT assemblies and secondary timing chain forward 2 mm (0.078 in).

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4.
1. 1.
  
  Depress the secondary timing chain tensioner.
1. 2.
  
  Turn the tensioner counterclockwise 90 degrees.

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5.

Remove the VCT assemblies and the secondary timing chain.

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Left hand units

6.

Remove the LH timing chain. Refer to: Timing Chain .

7.

Remove the intake and exhaust VCT assembly bolts.

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8.

Slide the Variable Camshaft Timing VCT assemblies and secondary timing chain forward 2 mm (0.078 in).

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9.
1. 1.
  
  Depress the secondary timing chain tensioner.
1. 2.
  
  Turn the tensioner counterclockwise 90 degrees.

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10.

Remove the VCT assemblies and the secondary timing chain.

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