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Engine - 5.0L 32V Ti-VCT (359KW/486PS) (WU)/5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (343KW/466PS) (MF): Disassembly: Engine

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 

GFD599755Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
100-001 (T50T-100-A)Slide Hammer
GFD600638Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
205-142 (T80T-4000-J)Installer, Differential Bearing Cone
GFD599377Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
205-153 (T80T-4000-W)Handle
GFD600055Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-1247VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer | TKIT-2006UF-FLM | TKIT-2006UF-ROW
GFD599854Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-409 (T92C-6700-CH)Remover, Crankshaft Seal | TKIT-1992-FH/FMH/FLMH | TKIT-1993-LMH/MH
GFD600614Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-448 (T93P-6303-A)Holding Tool, Crankshaft | TKIT-1993-FLM | TKIT-1993-LM
GFD600418Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-519 (T95P-6701-EH)Remover, Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal | TKIT-1995-FH/FLMH | TKIT-1995-LMH/MH
GFD600694Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-F047Lifting Bracket, Engine
Floor Crane
Mounting Stand
Puller
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: Unless otherwise noted, GT engine is depicted in graphics, Mach 1 engine is similar.
NOTE: Refer to the exploded view under the Engine Component View in the DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 
  1. 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.
    GFD600421Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. 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
    GFD600721Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Remove the crankcase ventilation tube. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling
    GFD600722Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Remove the bolt and the high-pressure fuel pump bracket.
    GFD600723Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Disconnect the high-pressure fuel pump electrical connector.
    GFD600724Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. NOTE: When removing or installing the fuel injection pump noise insulator, spreading the openings will reduce the risk of damage.

    Release the retainer, then remove the fuel injection pump noise insulator.

    GFD600725Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. Detach the wiring harness retainers from high-pressure fuel line shield.
    GFD600726Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. Remove the high-pressure fuel line shield retainers, then remove high-pressure fuel line shield.
    GFD600727Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  9. NOTE: To release the fuel pressure in the high-pressure fuel tube, wrap the high-pressure fuel tube flare nuts with a shop towel to absorb any residual fuel pressure during the loosening of the high-pressure fuel tube flare nuts.

    Remove the high-pressure fuel tube retainers. Disconnect the high-pressure fuel tube flare nuts, then remove and discard the high-pressure fuel tube.

    GFD600728Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  10. Disconnect the quick release coupling and remove the high-pressure fuel tube. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling
    GFD600729Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. Alternately loosen the high-pressure fuel pump nuts one complete revolution at a time and remove, then remove the high-pressure fuel pump.
    GFD600730Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  12. Remove and discard the high-pressure fuel pump O-ring seal.
    GFD600731Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  13. Remove the high-pressure fuel pump roller tappet.
    GFD600732Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  14. Inspect the high-pressure fuel pump roller tappet. If any flat spots or scoring are found, especially in the indicated areas, then inspect the high-pressure fuel pump and the high-pressure fuel pump roller tappet drive lobe. Install new components as needed.
    GFD600733Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Position the wiring harness insulators aside.
    2. Disconnect the oil pressure sender and oil control solenoid (if equipped) electrical connector(s).
    3. Detach the engine wiring harness retainer.
    4. Detach the engine wiring harness retainer.
    GFD600734Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
    2. Detach the wiring harness retainers.
    GFD600735Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the bolt and position the ground wire aside.
    2. Remove the bolt and position the capacitor aside.
    3. Disconnect the fuel sensor electrical connector.
    4. Disconnect the fuel rail electrical connector.
    GFD600440Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Position the wiring harness insulator aside.
    2. Disconnect the CKP sensor electrical connector.
    GFD600736Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the fuel rail electrical connector.
    2. Disconnect the CHT sensor electrical connector.
    GFD600467Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. NOTE: GT engine.

      Detach the wiring harness retainer and remove the nut and ground wire.

    2. NOTE: Mach 1 engine.

      Detach the wiring harness retainers and remove the nut and ground wire.

    GFD600737Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
    2. Detach the wiring harness retainers.
    GFD600738Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  15. Disconnect the engine wiring harness and remove the harness from the engine.
    GFD600739Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the KS electrical connectors.
    2. Detach the wiring harness retainers.
    3. Remove the KS harness from the engine.
    GFD600740Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  16. Remove the bolts and the KSs.
    GFD600741Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  17. NOTE: Use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the ignition coil-on-plugs and surrounding area before removing the ignition coil-on-plugs.
    NOTE: When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.

    1. Remove the ignition coil-on-plug retaining bolts.
    2. Remove the ignition coil-on-plugs.

    GFD600742Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  18. Inspect the ignition coil-on-plug assembly for cracks, rips, or tears. Replace any damaged coil-on-plug assemblies.
    GFD600743Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  19. Remove the 8 spark plugs
    GFD600744Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  20. Loosen the bolts and remove the valve cover.
    GFD600664Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  21. NOTE: Clean the valve cover gasket groove with soap and water or a suitable solvent.

    Remove and discard the gaskets.

    GFD600665Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  22. 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.
    GFD600666Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  23. 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.
    GFD600667Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  24. Clean and prepare the RTV sealing surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation
    GFD600668Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the oil level indicator.
    2. Depress the tab.
    3. Rotate the oil level indicator tube counterclockwise.
    4. Pull the oil level indicator tube from the engine.
    GFD600647Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  25. Loosen the bolts, the stud bolts and remove the valve cover.
    GFD600648Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  26. NOTE: Clean the valve cover gasket groove with soap and water or a suitable solvent.

    Remove and discard the gasket.

    GFD600649Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  27. 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.
    GFD600650Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  28. 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.
    GFD600651Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  29. Clean and prepare the RTV sealing surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation
    GFD600652Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  30. Remove and discard the nuts.

    • Remove the exhaust manifold.

    GFD600745Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  31. Remove and discard the gasket and studs.
    GFD600746Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  32. NOTE: The pulley bolt will be used to remove the front seal and then discarded. The washer will be reused.

    Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt and washer.

    GFD600747Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  33. NOTE: Use a universal puller (such as an OTC 6667, or equivalent).

    Using a universal puller, remove the crankshaft damper pulley. Use the General Equipment: Puller

    GFD600689Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  34. NOTE: Use care not to damage the engine front cover or the crankshaft when removing the seal.
    NOTE: The crankshaft bolt is a torque-to-yield design and must be discarded.

    1. Using the special tool, remove the crankshaft front oil seal. Use Special Service Tool: 303-409 (T92C-6700-CH) Remover, Crankshaft Seal.
    2. Discard the crankshaft front oil seal.
    3. Discard the crankshaft pulley bolt.

    GFD600414Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the bolts and the coolant pump pulley.
    2. Remove the bolt and the accessory drive belt tensioner.
    3. Remove the fasteners and position the generator aside.
    GFD600748Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  35. Remove the bolts and the coolant pump.
    GFD600749Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  36. Remove and discard the coolant pump O-ring seal.
    GFD600481Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  37. Remove the bolts and stud bolts.
    GFD600483Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  38. Remove the bolts and stud bolts.
    GFD600484Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  39. Remove the engine front cover from the front cover-to-cylinder block dowels.
    GFD600485Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  40. Remove and discard the gaskets.
    GFD600486Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  41. Clean and prepare the RTV sealing surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation
    GFD600487Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  42. Using the special tool, rotate the crankshaft clockwise until the keyway is at the 12 o'clock position. Use Special Service Tool: 303-448 (T93P-6303-A) Holding Tool, Crankshaft.
    GFD600615Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  43. 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 12 o'clock position.
    GFD600616Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  44. Remove the bolts and the RH primary timing chain tensioner.
    GFD600617Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  45. 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 12 o'clock position after removing the RH timing chain tensioner arm.

    Remove the RH timing chain tensioner arm.

    GFD600618Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  46. 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 12 o'clock position after removing the RH timing chain guide.

    Remove the bolt and the RH timing chain guide.

    GFD600619Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  47. Remove the RH timing chain.
    GFD600620Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  48. Remove and discard the intake and exhaust VCT assembly bolts.
    GFD600674Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  49. Slide the VCT assemblies and secondary timing chain forward 2 mm (0.078 in).
    GFD600675Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  50. Depress and turn the secondary tensioner clockwise 45 degrees.
    GFD600676Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  51. Remove the VCT assemblies and the secondary timing chain.
    GFD600677Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  52. Remove and discard the VCT system oil filter.
    GFD600403Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  53. 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.

    GFD600404Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  54. Remove the bolts and the camshaft bearing caps.
    GFD600405Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  55. Remove the intake and exhaust camshafts.
    GFD600406Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the camshaft roller follower and hydraulic lash adjuster assemblies.
    2. Separate the hydraulic lash adjusters from the spring clips on the camshaft roller followers.
    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.
    GFD600750Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove and discard the bolts.

    • Remove the cylinder head.

    GFD600468Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  56. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.
    GFD600469Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  57. 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

    GFD600470Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  58. Using the special tool, rotate the crankshaft clockwise until the keyway is at the 5 o'clock position. Use Special Service Tool: 303-448 (T93P-6303-A) Holding Tool, Crankshaft.
    GFD600621Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  59. Remove the bolts and the LH primary timing chain tensioner.
    GFD600622Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  60. 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 5 o'clock position after removing the LH timing chain tensioner arm.

    Remove the LH timing chain tensioner arm.

    GFD600623Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  61. 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 5 o'clock position after removing the LH timing chain guide.

    Remove the bolt and the LH timing chain guide.

    GFD600624Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  62. Remove the LH timing chain.
    GFD600625Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  63. Remove and discard the intake and exhaust VCT assembly bolts.
    GFD600678Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  64. Slide the Variable Camshaft Timing VCT assemblies and secondary timing chain forward 2 mm (0.078 in).
    GFD600679Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  65. Depress and turn the secondary tensioner counterclockwise 45 degrees.
    GFD600680Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  66. Remove the VCT assemblies and the secondary timing chain.
    GFD600681Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  67. Remove and discard the VCT system oil filter.
    GFD600394Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  68. 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.

    GFD600395Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  69. Remove the bolts and the camshaft bearing caps.
    GFD600396Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  70. Remove the intake and exhaust camshafts.
    GFD600397Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the camshaft roller follower and hydraulic lash adjuster assemblies.
    2. Separate the hydraulic lash adjusters from the spring clips on the camshaft roller followers.
    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.
    GFD600751Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove and discard the bolts.

    • Remove the cylinder head.

    GFD600450Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  71. Discard the cylinder head gasket.
    GFD600752Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  72. 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

    GFD600452Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. GT engine: Remove the bolts and the oil filter adapter.
    2. Mach 1 engine: Remove the bolts and the oil filter adapter.
    GFD600753Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  73. Discard the oil filter adapter gasket.
    GFD600754Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  74. Remove the bolts, the stud bolt and the oil pan.
    GFD600755Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  75. Remove and discard the oil pan gasket.
    GFD600573Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  76. Remove and discard the oil pump pickup seal.
    GFD600574Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  77. 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.

    GFD600575Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  78. Clean and prepare the RTV sealing surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation
    GFD600756Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  79. Remove the bolt and the CKP sensor.
    GFD600757Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  80. Remove the bolts and the crankshaft rear seal retainer plate.
    GFD600426Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  81. Clean and prepare the RTV sealing surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation
    GFD600427Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  82. Remove the crankshaft sprocket.
    GFD600584Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  83. Remove the bolts, stud bolts and the oil pump.
    GFD600758Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • 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.

    GFD600759Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  84. 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.

    GFD600760Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  85. 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

    GFD600761Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  86. Repeat the previous 2 steps for each of the remaining pistons.
  87. Disassemble the 8 pistons. Refer to: Piston 
    1. Remove and discard the cross-mounted main cap bolts.
    2. Remove and discard the main bearing cap bolts and stud bolt.
    GFD600762Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  88. Remove the main bearing caps (1), the lower crankshaft main bearings (2) and the lower thrust bearing (3).
    GFD600763Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  89. Remove the crankshaft (1), the upper crankshaft main bearings (2) and the upper thrust washer (3) from the cylinder block.
    GFD600764Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  90. Remove the bolts and the piston cooling jets from the cylinder block.
GFD600765Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY