Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Unit: Installation

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NOTE: It may be necessary to Use an open-ended wrench to turn the camshafts by the hexagon to align the camshafts.

Install Special Service Tool: 303-1552 Alignment Tool, Camshaft.

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Install the VCT unit at the 12 o'clock position.

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NOTE: The timing mark of each VCT unit must be at the 12 o'clock position.

NOTE: Use an open-ended wrench to hold the camshafts by the hexagon to prevent the camshafts from turning.

Install the new VCT unit bolts.

Install Special Service Tool: 303-1097 Locking Tool, Variable Camshaft Timing Oil Control Unit.

Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1097 Locking Tool, Variable Camshaft Timing Oil Control Unit.

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Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1552 Alignment Tool, Camshaft.

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NOTE: Use an open-ended wrench to hold the camshafts by the hexagon to prevent the camshafts from turning.

Tighten the VCT units bolts.

Torque: 75 °

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NOTE: The special tool can only be installed if the valve timing is correct.

Install Special Service Tool: 303-1552 Alignment Tool, Camshaft.

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NOTE: The timing mark of each VCT unit must be at the 12 o'clock position.

If the special tools cannot be installed, repeat the adjustment according to the preceding steps.

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Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1097 Locking Tool, Variable Camshaft Timing Oil Control Unit.

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Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1552 Alignment Tool, Camshaft.

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NOTE: Use an open-ended wrench to hold the camshafts by the hexagon to prevent the camshafts from turning.

Install the VCT unit caps.

Torque: 142 lb.in (16 Nm)

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NOTE: The timing mark of each VCT unit must be at the 12 o'clock position.

Install Special Service Tool: 303-1097 Locking Tool, Variable Camshaft Timing Oil Control Unit.

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Install the engine lifting bracket and the bolts.
Torque: 168 lb.in (19 Nm)

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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

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Apply a 1.5 mm (0.059 in) beads of gasket maker as shown below.
Material: Flange Sealant / CU7Z-19B508-A (WSS-M2G348-A11)

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- Install the brake vacuum pump cap, bolts and the stud.
  Torque:
  
  1-3:Stage 1: 35 lb.in (4 Nm)
  
  Stage 2: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
- Install the engine cover mounting stud.
  Torque: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)
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- Install the new O-ring seal.
- Install the high-pressure fuel pump drive unit and the bolts, tighten in sequence shown below in 3 stages.
  Torque:
  
  Stage 1: 1-8: 35 lb.in (4 Nm)
  
  Stage 2: 1-8: 124 lb.in (14 Nm)
  
  Stage 3: 9-10: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)
Fig 1: High-Pressure Fuel Pump Drive Unit Bolts Tightening Sequence
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Install the support bracket and the bolts.
Torque:

1: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

2: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

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- Install the CMP sensor and the bolt.
  Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)
- Position the wiring harness and attach the retainer.
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Install the new vacuum pump gasket.

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Apply a 3 mm (0.118 in) beads of flange sealant as shown below.
Material: Flange Sealant - Anaerobic / Loctite ® 51031 (WSK-M2G348-A7)

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NOTE: Manually align the brake vacuum pump drive key with the camshaft slot before installation.

NOTE: Install new bolts.
- Install the vacuum pump and the stud bolts.
  Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
- Connect the vacuum hose and attach the retainer.
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Position the EVAP canister purge valve, install the bracket and the nuts.
Torque: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)

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Connect the wiring harness electrical connectors and retainer.

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Install the following items:
1. Install the timing belt. Refer to: Timing Belt .
2. Install the valve cover. Refer to: Valve Cover .
1. Install the TC outlet pipe, bolt and tighten the clamps.
  Torque:
  
  2: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)
  
  3: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)
2. Connect the TC bypass hose.
  Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
3. Attach the wiring harness retainers and connect the electrical connectors.
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- Position and connect the brake vacuum hose.
- Install the PCV hose.
  Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Connect the wiring harness electrical connector and retainer.
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Install the following items:
1. Install the air cleaner. Refer to: Air Cleaner .
2. Install the upper air cleaner outlet pipe. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe .
3. Install the high-pressure fuel pump. Refer to: High-Pressure Fuel Pump .