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Section 37 (ENGINE - 3.5L DURATEC (212kW/278PS)): Assembly: Engine

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 

GFD279512Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) Holding Fixture with Dial Indicator Gauge
GFD279356Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
205-142 (T80T-4000-J) Installer, Differential Bearing Cone
GFD279357Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle
GFD279513Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-102 Installer, Crankshaft Pulley
GFD279358Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-103 (T74P-6375-A) Holding Tool, Flywheel T74P-77000-A TKIT-2009TC-F
GFD279359Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-1245 Engine Lift Eye TKIT-2006UF-FLM TKIT-2006UF-ROW
GFD279360Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer TKIT-2006UF-FLM TKIT-2006UF-ROW
GFD279361Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-1248 Camshaft holding tools TKIT-2006UF-FLM TKIT-2006UF-ROW
GFD279514Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-1251 Installer, Front Seal TKIT-2006UF-FLM TKIT-2006UF-ROW
GFD279362Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-1529 Lift Eye, Engine TKIT-2010A-F TKIT-2010A-LM TKIT-2010A-ROW
GFD279363Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down TKIT-2010A-F TKIT-2010A-LM TKIT-2010A-ROW
GFD279515Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-335 (T88T-6701-A) Installer, Front Cover Oil Seal TKIT-1988-FLM TKIT-1988-F
GFD279516Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
307-399 Alignment Pins, Transmission Fluid Pump TKIT-2002N-DEW TKIT-2000AP-FLM/LM
Feeler Gauge
Strap Wrench
Floor Crane
Mounting Stand
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Round-Ended Steel Rule
Piston Ring Compressor

Materials 

Name Specification
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C945-A
Motorcraft® Thread Sealant with PTFE TA-24-B WSK-M2G350-A2
Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone TA-357 WSE-M4G323-A6
Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover ZC-30-A -
Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep Wipes ZC-31-B -
Motorcraft® Orange Concentrated Antifreeze/Coolant VC-3-B WSS-M97B44-D
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, may cause engine failure.
NOTE: Assembly of the engine requires various inspections/measurements of the engine components. These inspections/measurements will aid in determining if the engine components will require replacement. Refer to Engine System - General Information .
NOTE: If the cylinder head(s) is replaced, a new secondary timing chain tensioner will need to be installed.
  1. Using a hex bit, install the oil piston cool valves.

    Torque: 35 lb.in (4 Nm)

    GFD279487Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. NOTE: This step is for selecting the correct main bearings.
    NOTE: The #1 main bearing is at the front of the engine block.

    • Select the crankshaft main bearings for each crankshaft journal.

    • Record the code that is on the cylinder block face.

    • Record the code that is on the crankshaft flange.

    • The first letter is for main No. 1 and the next letters are for mains 2, 3 and 4.

    GFD279517Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. NOTE: This chart is continued in the next step.
    NOTE: This chart is for selecting main bearings 1 and 4 only.

    • Using the data recorded earlier and the Bearing Select Fit Chart, Standard Bearings, determine the required bearing grade for main bearings 1 and 4.

    • Read the first letter of the engine block main bearing code and the first letter of the crankshaft main bearing code.

    • Read down the column below the engine block main bearing code letter and across the row next to the crankshaft main bearing code letter, until the 2 intersect. This is the required bearing grade(s) for the No. 1 crankshaft main bearing.

    • As an example, if the engine block code letter is "M" and the crankshaft code letter is "M", the correct bearing grade for this main bearing is a "2" for the upper bearing and a "2" for the lower bearing.

    • Repeat the above steps using the fourth letter of the block and crankshaft codes to select the No. 4 bearing.

    GFD279518Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. NOTE: This chart is for selecting main bearings 1 and 4 only.
    GFD279519Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. NOTE: This chart is continued in the next step.
    NOTE: This chart is for selecting main bearings 2 and 3 only.

    • Using the data recorded earlier and the Bearing Select Fit Chart, Standard Bearings, determine the required bearing grade for main bearings 2 and 3.

    • Read the second letter of the engine block main bearing code and the second letter of the crankshaft main bearing code.

    • Read down the column below the engine block main bearing code letter and across the row next to the crankshaft main bearing code letter, until the 2 intersect. This is the required bearing grade for the No. 2 crankshaft main bearing.

    • As an example, if the engine block code letter is "N" and the crankshaft code letter is "H", the correct bearing grade for this main bearing is "2".

    • Repeat the above steps using the third letter of the block and crankshaft codes to select the No. 3.

    GFD279520Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. NOTE: This chart is for selecting main bearings 2 and 3 only.
    GFD279521Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. NOTE: The rod cap installation must keep the same orientation as marked during disassembly or engine damage may occur.
    NOTE: Use the original connecting rod cap bolts.

    Using the original rod cap bolts, install the connecting rod caps and bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 17 lb.ft (23 Nm) Stage 2: 32 lb.ft (43 Nm) Stage 3: 90 deg.

    GFD279522Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. Measure the connecting rod large end bore in 2 directions.
    GFD279523Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the bolts and the rod cap.

    • Discard the bolts.

    GFD279524Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  9. Measure each of the crankshaft connecting rod bearing journal diameters in at least 2 directions.
    GFD279525Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  10. Using the chart, select the correct connecting rod bearings for each crankshaft connecting rod journal.
    GFD279526Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. NOTE: Before assembling the cylinder block, all sealing surfaces must be free of chips, dirt, paint and foreign material. Also, make sure the coolant and oil passages are clear.

    Lubricate the upper crankshaft main bearings with clean engine oil and install in the cylinder block.

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

    GFD279527Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  12. NOTE: Do not install the upper thrust bearings until the crankshaft is installed.
    NOTE: Lubricate the thrust surfaces of the crankshaft with clean engine oil.

    Install the crankshaft.

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

    GFD279484Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  13. NOTE: Make sure the side of the thrust washer, with the wide oil grooves, faces the crankshaft thrust surface.

    Push the crankshaft rearward and install the rear crankshaft upper thrust washer at the back of the No. 4 rear bulkhead.

    GFD279528Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  14. NOTE: Make sure the side of the thrust washer, with the wide oil grooves, faces the crankshaft thrust surface.

    Push the crankshaft forward and install the front crankshaft upper thrust washer at the front of the No. 4 rear bulkhead.

    GFD279529Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  15. Lubricate the crankshaft lower main bearings with clean engine oil and install them into the main bearing caps. Check the seating and squareness of the bearings to make sure of proper seating in the caps.
    GFD279530Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  16. Position the No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 main bearing caps on the cylinder block and, keeping the caps as square as possible, alternately draw the caps down evenly using the new bolts until the main bearing caps are seated.
    GFD279531Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  17. NOTE: Make sure the side of the thrust washer, with the wide oil grooves, faces the crankshaft thrust surface.
    NOTE: To aid in assembly, apply petroleum jelly to the back of the crankshaft thrust washer.

    Install the lower crankshaft thrust washer to the back side of the No. 4 rear main bearing cap, with the tab aligned with the cutout in the main bearing cap.

    GFD279482Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  18. Position main bearing cap No. 4 on the cylinder block and keeping the cap as square as possible, alternately draw the cap down evenly using the new bolts until the main bearing cap is seated.
    GFD279532Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  19. NOTE: While tightening the main bearing vertical bolts, push the crankshaft forward and the No. 4 main bearing cap rearward to seat the crankshaft thrust washers.

    Tighten the main bearing bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 24 lb.ft (33 Nm) Stage 2: 135 deg.

    Fig 1: Main Bearing Tightening Sequence (1 of 2)
    GFD279533Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  20. Install the new main bearing cap side bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 33 lb.ft (45 Nm) Stage 2: 90 deg.

    Fig 2: Main Bearing Tightening Sequence (2 of 2)
    GFD279534Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Position the crankshaft to the rear of the cylinder block. Use Special Service Tool: 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) Holding Fixture with Dial Indicator Gauge.
    2. Zero the Dial Indicator Gauge.
    3. Move the crankshaft to the front of the cylinder block. Measure and record the crankshaft end play.
    GFD279535Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  21. NOTE: The rod cap installation must keep the same orientation as marked during disassembly or engine damage may occur.

    • Prepare the connecting rod and cap.

    • Insert the new bolts in the rod cap.

    • Insert the upper and lower rod bearings into the rod and cap.

    GFD279536Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Center line of the piston parallel to the wrist pin bore.
    2. Upper compression ring gap location.
    3. Upper oil control segment ring gap location.
    4. Lower oil control segment ring gap location.
    5. Expander ring and lower compression ring gap location.
    GFD279511Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  22. NOTE: Be sure not to scratch the cylinder wall or crankshaft journal with the connecting rod. Push the piston down until the connecting rod bearing seats on the crankshaft journal.
    NOTE: Lubricate the pistons, piston rings, connecting rod bearings and the entire cylinder bores with clean engine oil.
    NOTE: Make sure the piston rings are positioned to specifications for installation. Refer to Piston .
    NOTE: If the piston and or connecting rod are being installed new, the piston rod orientation marks and the arrow on the top of the dome of the piston should be facing toward the front of the engine block.
    NOTE: If the piston and connecting rod are to be reinstalled, they must be installed in the same orientation as disassembled.

    Using the Piston Ring Compressor, install the piston and the connecting rod assemblies. Repeat until all 6 piston assemblies are installed. Use the General Equipment: Piston Ring Compressor

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

    GFD279537Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  23. NOTE: The rod cap installation must keep the same orientation as marked during disassembly or engine damage may occur.
    NOTE: After installation of each piston, connecting rod, rod cap and bolts, rotate the crankshaft to verify smooth operation.

    Install the connecting rod cap and the new bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 17 lb.ft (23 Nm) Stage 2: 32 lb.ft (43 Nm) Stage 3: 90 deg.

    GFD279478Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  24. Install the main bearing cap support brace and the new bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 18 lb.ft (24 Nm) Stage 2: 180 deg.

    Fig 3: Main Bearing Cap Support Brace Tightening Sequence
    GFD279538Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  25. NOTE: Failure to use Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone may cause the engine oil to foam excessively and result in serious engine damage.
    NOTE: The crankshaft rear seal retainer must be installed and the bolts tightened within 4 minutes of sealant application.

    Apply a 3 mm (0.11 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the sealing surface of the crankshaft rear seal retainer.

    GFD279539Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  26. Lubricate the crankshaft rear seal with clean engine oil.

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

    GFD279540Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  27. Install the crankshaft rear seal and the bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279541Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  28. Prime the oil pump. Add 2 tablespoons of clean engine oil to the oil pump and rotate the oil pump by hand.
  29. Install the oil pump and the bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279474Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  30. Install a new oil pump screen and pickup tube O-ring seal.
    GFD279542Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  31. Install the oil pump screen and pickup tube and the bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279472Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  32. NOTE: The A/C compressor must be installed on the cylinder block and the 2 bolts tightened prior to installing the oil pan.

    Install the A/C compressor and the stud bolts.

    Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    GFD279543Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  33. NOTE: Failure to use Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone may cause the engine oil to foam excessively and result in serious engine damage.

    Apply a 3 mm (0.11 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the sealing surface of the oil pan.

    GFD279544Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  34. NOTE: Failure to use Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone may cause the engine oil to foam excessively and result in serious engine damage.

    Apply a 5.5 mm (0.21 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the 2 crankshaft seal retainer plate-to-cylinder block joint areas on the sealing surface of the oil pan.

    GFD279545Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  35. Install the oil pan and the bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 27 lb.in (3 Nm) Stage 2: Loosen: 180 deg.

    GFD279546Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  36. Position the oil pan so the mounting boss is against the A/C compressor and using a Ended Steel Rule, align the oil pan flush with the rear of the cylinder block at the 2 areas shown. Use the General Equipment: Round-Ended Steel Rule
    GFD279547Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  37. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.

    Torque: 27 lb.in (3 Nm)

    GFD279548Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  38. Install the remaining oil pan bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: Tighten bolts 1-9 and 11-14 to: 18 lb.ft (24 Nm) Stage 2: Tighten bolt 10 to: 177 lb.in (20 Nm) Stage 3: Tighten bolt 10 an additional : 90 deg. Stage 4: Tighten bolt 15 and 16 to: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279549Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  39. Install the A/C compressor bolt.

    Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    GFD279550Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  40. Install the coolant pump and the bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 89 lb.in (10 Nm) Stage 2: 45 deg.

    GFD279551Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  41. Install the KS and the bolts.

    Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)

    GFD279466Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  42. Install the RH cylinder head gasket.
    GFD279552Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  43. NOTE: If the cylinder head is replaced, a new secondary timing chain tensioner will need to be installed.

    Install the RH cylinder head and the new bolts.

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

    GFD279553Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  44. Install the M6 bolt.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279554Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  45. Install the LH cylinder head gasket.
    GFD279555Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  46. NOTE: If the cylinder head is replaced, a new secondary timing chain tensioner will need to be installed.

    Install the LH cylinder head and the new bolts.

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

    GFD279556Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  47. Install the M6 bolt.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279557Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  48. NOTE: The valve tappets must be installed in their original positions.
    NOTE: Coat the valve tappets with clean engine oil prior to installation.
    NOTE: RH shown, LH similar.

    Install the valve tappets.

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

    GFD279558Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  49. NOTE: The crankshaft must remain in the freewheeling position (crankshaft dowel pin at 9 o'clock) until after the camshafts are installed and the valve clearance is checked/adjusted. Do not turn the crankshaft until instructed to do so. Failure to follow this process will result in severe engine damage.

    Position the crankshaft dowel pin in the 9 o'clock position.

    GFD279559Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  50. NOTE: Coat the camshafts with clean engine oil prior to installation.

    Lubricate the camshafts with clean engine oil and position the camshafts onto the RH cylinder head in the neutral position as shown.

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

    GFD279560Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  51. NOTE: The camshaft seal gaps must be at the 12 o'clock position or damage to the engine may occur.

    Position the RH camshaft seal gaps as shown.

    GFD279561Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  52. NOTE: Cylinder head camshaft bearing caps are numbered to verify that they are assembled in their original positions.

    Install the camshaft caps, oil tube and the bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 45 deg.

    GFD279562Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  53. Loosen the camshaft cap bolts.
    GFD279563Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  54. Tighten the camshaft cap bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 45 deg.

    GFD279564Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  55. NOTE: If any components are installed new, the engine valve clearance must be checked/adjusted or engine damage may occur.
    NOTE: Use a camshaft sprocket bolt to turn the camshafts.

    Confirm that the valve tappet clearances are within specification. If valve tappet clearances are not within specification, the clearance must be adjusted by installing new valve tappet(s) of the correct size. Refer to: Valve Clearance Adjustment . Use the General Equipment: Feeler Gauge

    GFD279565Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  56. Install the RH primary timing chain guide and the bolt.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279456Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  57. Remove the bolts and the oil tube.
    GFD279433Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  58. Rotate the RH camshafts to TDC.
    GFD279566Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  59. NOTE: The Camshaft Holding Tool will hold the camshafts in the TDC position.

    Install Special Service Tool: 303-1248 Camshaft holding tools.

    GFD279455Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  60. NOTE: The VCT oil control solenoids are removed for clarity.

    Install Special Service Tool: 303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down.

    GFD279567Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  61. Align the colored links with the timing marks and assemble the RH VCT units.
    GFD279568Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  62. NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly, to install the RH secondary timing assembly.

    Position the RH VCT units and the secondary timing chain onto the camshafts by aligning the holes in the VCT units with the dowel pins in the camshafts.

    GFD279453Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  63. Install the new RH VCT unit bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm) Stage 2: Loosen: 1turn(s) Stage 3: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm) Stage 4: 180 deg.

    GFD279569Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  64. NOTE: Make sure the secondary timing chain is centered on the timing chain tensioner guides.
    NOTE: The VCT oil control solenoids are removed for clarity.

    Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down.

    GFD279451Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  65. NOTE: Coat the camshafts with clean engine oil prior to installation.

    Lubricate the camshafts with clean engine oil and position the camshafts onto the LH cylinder head in the neutral position as shown.

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

    GFD279570Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  66. NOTE: The camshaft seal gaps must be at the 12 o'clock position or damage to the engine may occur.

    Position the LH camshaft seal gaps as shown.

    GFD279571Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  67. NOTE: Cylinder head camshaft bearing caps are numbered to verify that they are assembled in their original positions.

    Install the camshaft caps, oil tube and the bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 45 deg.

    GFD279572Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  68. Loosen the camshaft cap bolts.
    GFD279573Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  69. Tighten the camshaft cap bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 45 deg.

    GFD279574Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  70. NOTE: If any components are installed new, the engine valve clearance must be checked/adjusted or engine damage may occur.
    NOTE: Use a camshaft sprocket bolt to turn the camshafts.

    Confirm that the valve tappet clearances are within specification. If valve tappet clearances are not within specification, the clearance must be adjusted by installing new valve tappet(s) of the correct size. Refer to: Valve Clearance Adjustment . Use the General Equipment: Feeler Gauge

    GFD279575Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  71. Remove the bolts and the oil tube.
    GFD279431Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  72. Rotate the LH camshafts to TDC.
    GFD279576Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  73. NOTE: The Camshaft Holding Tool will hold the camshafts in the TDC position.

    Install Special Service Tool: 303-1248 Camshaft holding tools.

    GFD279449Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  74. NOTE: The VCT oil control solenoids are removed for clarity.

    Install Special Service Tool: 303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down.

    GFD279577Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  75. Align the colored links with the timing marks and assemble the LH VCT units.
    GFD279578Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  76. NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly, to install the LH secondary timing assembly.

    Position the LH VCT units and the secondary timing chain onto the camshafts by aligning the holes in the VCT units with the dowel pins in the camshafts.

    GFD279447Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  77. Install the new LH VCT unit bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm) Stage 2: Loosen: 1turn(s) Stage 3: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm) Stage 4: 180 deg.

    GFD279579Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  78. NOTE: Make sure the secondary timing chain is centered on the timing chain tensioner guides.
    NOTE: The VCT oil control solenoids are removed for clarity.

    Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down.

    GFD279445Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  79. Install the upper LH timing chain guide and the bolt.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279444Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  80. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise 60 degrees to the TDC position (crankshaft dowel pin at 11 o'clock).
    GFD279580Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  81. Install the crankshaft sprocket.
    GFD279443Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  82. NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly, to align the timing marks.

    Install the timing chain with the colored links aligned with the timing marks on the VCT units and the crankshaft sprocket.

    GFD279581Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  83. Install the lower LH timing chain guide and the bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279440Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  84. Install the timing chain tensioner arm.
    GFD279439Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Position the tensioner in a soft-jawed vise.
    2. Using pliers, squeeze the ends of the ratchet wire clip together.
    3. Using the soft-jawed vise, compress the plunger to the reset position.
    4. Install a locking pin in the 2 holes of the tensioner body to hold the plunger in place.
    GFD279582Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  85. NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshafts slightly to remove slack from the timing chain to install the tensioner.

    1. Install the timing chain tensioner and the bolts.

      Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    2. Remove the lockpin.

    GFD279583Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • As a post-check, verify correct alignment of all timing marks.

    • There are 48 links in between the RH intake VCT assembly colored link (1) and the LH intake VCT assembly colored link (2).

    • There are 35 links in between LH intake VCT assembly colored link (2) and the 2 crankshaft sprocket links (3).

    GFD279584Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  86. NOTE: Do not use excessive force when installing the VCT oil control solenoid. Damage to the mega cap could cause the cylinder head to be inoperable. If difficult to install the VCT oil control solenoid, inspect the bore and VCT oil control solenoid to ensure there are no burrs, sharp edges or contaminants present on the mating surface. Only clean the external surfaces as necessary.

    Install the VCT oil control solenoids and the bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 20 deg.

    GFD279441Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  87. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1248 Camshaft holding tools.
    GFD279434Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  88. Install the RH oil tube and the bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 60 deg.

    GFD279433Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  89. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1248 Camshaft holding tools.
    GFD279432Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  90. Install the LH oil tube and the bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 60 deg.

    GFD279431Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  91. Install Special Service Tool: 307-399 Alignment Pins, Transmission Fluid Pump.
    GFD279585Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  92. NOTE: Failure to use Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone may cause the engine oil to foam excessively and result in serious engine damage.
    NOTE: The engine front cover and bolts must be installed within 4 minutes of the initial sealant application. The remainder of the engine front cover bolts must be installed and tightened within 35 minutes of the initial sealant application. If the time limits are exceeded, the sealant must be removed, the sealing area cleaned and sealant reapplied. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.

    • Apply a 3.0 mm (0.11 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover sealing surfaces including the inner bolt bosses.

      Material: Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone / TA-357 (WSE-M4G323-A6)

    • Apply a 5.5 mm (0.21 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the oil pan-to-cylinder block joint and the cylinder block joint areas of the engine front cover in places as indicated.

      Material: Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone / TA-357 (WSE-M4G323-A6)

    GFD279586Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  93. NOTE: Make sure the 2 locating dowel pins are seated correctly in the cylinder block.

    Install the engine front cover and the bolts.

    Torque: 27 lb.in (3 Nm)

    GFD279587Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  94. Remove Special Service Tool: 307-399 Alignment Pins, Transmission Fluid Pump.
    GFD279588Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  95. Install the remaining engine front cover bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: Tighten bolts 1 thru 22 to: 89 lb.in (10 Nm) Stage 2: Tighten bolts 23, 24 and 25 to: 133 lb.in (15 Nm) Stage 3: Tighten bolt 26 to: 89 lb.in (10 Nm) Stage 4: Loosen bolt 26: 1turn(s) Stage 5: Tighten bolts 23, 24 and 25 to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft) plus an additional: 90 deg. Stage 6: Tighten bolts 1 thru 22 to 20 Nm (177 lb-in) plus an additional: 45 deg. Stage 7: Tighten bolt 26 to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) plus an additional: 45 deg.

    GFD279589Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  96. Install the CHT jumper harness.
    GFD279426Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  97. NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.

    If removed, using the special tools, install the spark plug tube seals. Use Special Service Tool: 303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer, 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.

    GFD279590Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  98. NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.

    If removed, using the special tools, install the VCT oil control solenoid seals. Use Special Service Tool: 205-142 (T80T-4000-J) Installer, Differential Bearing Cone, 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.

    GFD279591Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  99. NOTE: If the valve cover is not installed and the fasteners tightened within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.

    Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover-to-cylinder head joints.

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

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

    Material: Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone / TA-357 (WSE-M4G323-A6)

    GFD279592Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  100. Install a new valve cover gasket.
    GFD279593Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  101. Install the valve cover and tighten the bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279594Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  102. Make sure the VCT seals in the valve cover are below the top of the VCT oil control solenoid electrical connector or the VCT seal may leak oil.
    GFD279595Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  103. NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.

    If removed, using the special tools, install the spark plug tube seals. Use Special Service Tool: 303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer, 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.

    GFD279596Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  104. NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.

    If removed, using the special tools, install the VCT oil control solenoid seals. Use Special Service Tool: 205-142 (T80T-4000-J) Installer, Differential Bearing Cone, 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.

    GFD279597Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  105. NOTE: If the valve cover is not installed and the fasteners tightened within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.

    Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover-to-cylinder head joints.

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

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

    Material: Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone / TA-357 (WSE-M4G323-A6)

    GFD279598Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  106. Install a new valve cover gasket.
    GFD279599Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  107. Install the valve cover and tighten the bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279600Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  108. Make sure the VCT seals in the valve cover are below the top of the VCT oil control solenoid electrical connector or the VCT seal may leak oil.
    GFD279601Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Install the coil-on-plugs and the bolts.

      Torque: Stage 1: 62 lb.in (7 Nm) Stage 2: 50 deg.

    • Install the oil level indicator.

    GFD279416Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  109. Install the oil pressure switch.

    Material: Motorcraft® Thread Sealant with PTFE / TA-24-B (WSK-M2G350-A2)

    Torque: Stage 1: 124 lb.in (14 Nm) Stage 2: 180 deg.

    GFD279602Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  110. Install a new oil filter adapter gasket.
    GFD279603Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  111. Install the oil filter adapter and the bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 89 lb.in (10 Nm) Stage 2: 45 deg.

    GFD279413Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  112. Install a new oil cooler O-ring gaskets.
    GFD279604Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  113. Install the oil cooler and the bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279605Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  114. Install the CKP sensor and bolt.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279410Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  115. Install new O-ring seals and apply clean coolant the O-rings.

    Material: Motorcraft® Orange Concentrated Antifreeze/Coolant / VC-3-B (WSS-M97B44-D)

    GFD279606Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  116. Install the coolant tube assembly.
    GFD279607Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  117. Install the new lower intake manifold gaskets.
    GFD279608Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  118. NOTE: If the engine is repaired or replaced because of upper engine failure, typically including valve or piston damage, check the intake manifold for metal debris. If metal debris is found, install a new intake manifold. Failure to follow these instructions can result in engine damage.
    NOTE: Make sure that the fuel rail and the fuel injectors do not come out of the lower intake manifold.

    Install the lower intake manifold and the bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279609Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  119. Install the thermostat housing bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 90 deg.

    GFD279405Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  120. NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the CMP sensor O-ring seals.

    Install the RH CMP sensors and bolts.

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

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279404Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  121. NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the CMP sensor O-ring seals.

    Install the LH CMP sensors and bolts.

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

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279403Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  122. Install the cover and the pin-type retainer.
    GFD279402Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  123. Install the LH block coolant drain plug.

    Torque: Stage 1: 142 lb.in (16 Nm) Stage 2: 180 deg.

    GFD279401Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Install the RH block coolant drain plug or block heater.

      Torque: Stage 1: Tighten the cylinder block drain plug to: 89 lb.in (10 Nm) Stage 2: Plus an additional: 720 deg.

    • Tighten the block heater to:

      Torque: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)

    GFD279400Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Install the new studs.

      Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)

    • Install the new exhaust manifold gasket.

    GFD279610Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  124. Install the LH catalytic converter and the 3 new lower nuts finger tight.

    Torque: Stage 1: Install the 3 new upper LH catalytic converter nuts and tighten to: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm) Stage 2: Tighten the 3 lower LH catalytic converter nuts to: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    GFD279611Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  125. Install the heat shield and the bolts.

    Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    GFD279397Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Install the generator and the stud.

      Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

    • Install the nut and bolt.

      Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

    GFD279396Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Position the engine wire harness on the engine.

    • Connect the RH electrical connectors and the wire harness retainers.

    GFD279394Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  126. Connect the CHT electrical connector.
    GFD279393Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  127. Connect the RH CMP and KS electrical connectors. Connect the wire harness retainer.
    GFD279392Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  128. Install the engine vent hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    GFD279391Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    NOTE: If the engine is repaired or replaced because of upper engine failure, typically including valve or piston damage, check the intake manifold for metal debris. If metal debris is found, install a new intake manifold. Failure to follow these instructions can result in engine damage.
  129. NOTE: Align the bracket with the index mark made during removal.

    Install the upper intake manifold bracket and bolt.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279390Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  130. Install the upper intake manifold gaskets.
    GFD279612Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  131. Install the upper intake manifold and the bolts.

    Torque: Tighten bolts 1 and 3-7 to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) plus an additional: : 45 deg. Tighten bolt 2 to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) plus an additional: : 90 deg.

    GFD279613Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  132. Install the upper intake manifold bracket bolt.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279387Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  133. Connect the engine vent hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    GFD279386Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  134. Connect the retainers for the coolant hose.
    GFD279385Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  135. Connect the wire retainer and the electrical connector.
    GFD279384Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  136. Connect the wire retainer and the electrical connectors.
    GFD279383Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  137. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector.
    GFD279382Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  138. Position back the wire harness grommet.
    GFD279381Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  139. Install the wiring harness retainer stud bolt.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD279380Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  140. Install the heat shield, nut and bolt.

    Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    GFD279379Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  141. Connect the LH CMP and the CMS (catalyst monitor sensor) electrical connectors. Connect the wire harness retainers.
    GFD279378Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  142. Connect the wire retainer and the electrical connector.
    GFD279377Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Position the engine wire harness on the engine.

    • Connect the LH electrical connectors and the wire harness retainers.

    GFD279376Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  143. Install the crankcase vent tube.
    GFD279375Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  144. Install the accessory drive belt tensioner and the bolts.

    Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    GFD279374Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  145. Lubricate the crankshaft front seal bore with clean engine oil.

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

    GFD279614Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  146. Using the special tool, install the crankshaft front seal. Use Special Service Tool: 303-102 Installer, Crankshaft Pulley, 303-1251 Installer, Front Seal.
    GFD279615Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  147. Lubricate the crankshaft front seal and the crankshaft pulley with clean engine oil.

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

    GFD279616Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  148. Using the special tools, install the crankshaft pulley. Use Special Service Tool: 303-102 Installer, Crankshaft Pulley, 303-335 (T88T-6701-A) Installer, Front Cover Oil Seal.
    GFD279617Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  149. Install the new crankshaft bolt and the washer. Use the General Equipment: Strap Wrench

    Torque: Stage 1: 89 lb.ft (120 Nm) Stage 2: Loosen: 1 turn(s) Stage 3: 37 lb.ft (50 Nm) Stage 4: 90 deg.

    GFD279618Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  150. Install Special Service Tool: 303-1529 Lift Eye, Engine.
    GFD279369Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  151. Install Special Service Tool: 303-1245 Engine Lift Eye.
    GFD279370Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  152. Install the floor crane. Use the General Equipment: Floor Crane
    GFD279368Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  153. Remove the engine from the mounting stand. Use the General Equipment: Mounting Stand
    GFD279619Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  154. Install the crankshaft sensor ring.
    GFD279366Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • NOTE: One of the 8 flexplate holes are offset so the flexplate can only be installed in one position

      Using the special tool, install the flexplate and the bolts.

      Torque: 59 lb.ft (80 Nm)

    • Remove Special Service Tool: 303-103 (T74P-6375-A) Holding Tool, Flywheel.

GFD279620Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY