Section 2 (Engine - 2.7L ECOBOOST (238KW/324PS)): Installation: Engine

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 

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Floor Crane
Trolley Jack
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Wooden Block

Materials 

1. Clean the RH engine mount-to-frame surfaces of any dirt or foreign material.

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2. Clean the LH engine mount bracket-to-cylinder block surfaces of any dirt or foreign material.

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3. Clean the LH engine mount-to-frame surfaces of any dirt or foreign material.

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4. Lubricate the torque converter pilot hub with multi-purpose grease.

   Material: Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray / XL-5-A (ESB-M1C93-B)

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5. Make sure the exhaust gaskets are seated in the catalytic converters.

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6. With the aid of an assistant, use the floor crane to position the engine in the engine compartment.
   • Make sure the exhaust studs are aligned in the catalytic converter flanges.

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7. Align the engine to the transmission and install the bolts.

   Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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8. Install the LH engine mount.

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9. Install the LH engine mount bracket and the new bolts.

   Torque: 52 lb.ft (70 Nm)

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10. NOTE: Do not tighten engine mount bolts at this time.

    Install the new LH engine mount bolts finger tight.

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11. Install the RH engine mount.

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12. NOTE: Do not tighten engine mount bolts at this time.

    Install the new engine mount nuts finger tight.

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13. Remove the floor jack and the block of wood. Use the General Equipment: Trolley Jack. Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block

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14. Lower the engine onto the engine mounts.
    1. Remove the floor crane and chains. Use the General Equipment: Floor Crane

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15. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1634 Lift Eyes (2), 303-1246 Engine Spreader Bar.

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16. Install the LH bellhousing bolts.

    Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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17. Install the top bellhousing bolts.

    Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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18. Remove the RH bellhousing bolt.

    Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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19. Install the lower bellhousing bolt.

    Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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20. NOTE: Only use hand tools when tightening the engine mount nuts or damage to the engine mount can occur.

    Tighten engine mount nuts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 81 lb.ft (110 Nm) | Stage 2: 120°

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21. NOTE: Only use hand tools when tightening the engine mount bolts or damage to the engine mount can occur.
    NOTE: Use a 1/2 inch drive 12-point 1 inch standard torque adaptor (such as a Snap-on SRDH321, or equivalent).

    Using a standard torque adaptor, tighten the LH engine mount bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 111 lb.ft (150 Nm) | Stage 2: 60°

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22. Install the LH axle shield and the retainers.

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    NOTE: Steps 23 thru 25 are for vehicles equipped with an electronic locking axle.
23. Using the adjustable stand, raise the axle and install the new bolt finger tight. Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands

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24. Install the new rear axle bolts.

    Torque: Stage 1: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm) | Stage 2: 70°

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25. Tighten the bolt and remove the adjustable stand. Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands

    Torque: 195 lb.ft (265 Nm)

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26. NOTE: Using the crankshaft pulley bolt, turn the engine clockwise.
    NOTE: Due to limited access and variations in torque wrenches, it may be necessary to tighten the torque converter nuts through the starter hole using an open ended crow foot torque adapter.
    1. Install the new torque converter nuts.
    2. Calculate the correct torque wrench setting for the following torque using the Torque Wrench Adapter Formulas below.

       Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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27. Install the access cover and the retainers.

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28. NOTE: Left hand (LH) shown, right hand (RH) similar.

    Position the catalytic converters forward into the installed position.

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29. Install the LH catalytic converter nuts.

    Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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30. Install the RH catalytic converter nuts.

    Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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31. • Position an adjustable stand under the rear of the engine/transmission. Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands
    • Using the adjustable stand, raise the engine 38 mm (1.5 in).

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32. Install the starter motor and the bolts.

    Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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33. 1. Position the wiring harness retainer and install the bolt.

       Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)

    2. Connect the starter electrical connector.
    3. Install the nut.

       Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)

    4. Close the starter motor electrical connection cover.

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34. 1. Using the adjustable stand, lower the engine to the installed position. Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands
    2. Remove the stand.

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35. Remove and discard the transmission mount nuts.

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36. Install the new transmission mount nuts and tighten.

    Torque: 85 lb.ft (115 Nm)

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    NOTE: Steps 37 thru 39 are for vehicles with sway bar disconnect. Step 40 is for vehicles with a sway bar.
37. Remove and discard the nuts and position the sway bar disconnect forward.

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38. Position the sway bar disconnect and install the new nuts and bolts.

    Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

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39. Connect the sway bar disconnect wiring harness electrical connectors and retainers.

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40. Position the sway bar and install the new nuts and bolts.

    Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

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41. NOTE: Only use hand tools when tightening the engine mount through bolts or damage to the engine mount-to-cylinder block bracket can occur.

    Install the new LH engine mount through bolt.

    Torque: 184 lb.ft (250 Nm)

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42. NOTE: Only use hand tools when tightening the engine mount through bolts or damage to the engine mount-to-cylinder block bracket can occur.

    Install the new RH engine mount through bolt.

    Torque: 184 lb.ft (250 Nm)

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43. 1. Follow directions to connect the quick release coupling type 1. Connect the EVAP tube quick release coupling. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
    2. Connect the high-pressure fuel pump fuel feed tube spring lock coupling. Refer to: Spring Lock Couplings .
    3. Attach the transmission vent tube retainer.

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44. Attach the transmission wiring harness retainer.

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45. Position the ground cable, attach the retainer and install the bolt.

    Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)

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46. Position the coolant hoses and attach the retainers.

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47. Install the coolant hose and clamp. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

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48. 1. Install the degas hose and clamp. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    2. Install the coolant hose and clamp. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    3. Follow directions to connect the quick release coupling type 5. Connect the coolant hose and position the hose aside. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
    4. Install the coolant hose and clamp. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    5. Follow directions to connect the quick release coupling type 5. Connect the coolant hose and position the hose aside. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .

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49. • Install the radiator hose and clamp. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    • Install the radiator hose bracket nut.

      Torque: 93 lb.in (10.5 Nm)

    • Follow directions to connect the quick release coupling type 5. Connect the coolant hoses. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .

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50. Attach the coolant hose retainers.

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51. Install the radiator hose and the retaining clip.

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52. 1. Install the radiator hose and the retaining clip.
    2. Attach the radiator hose retainer.
    3. Connect the radiator hose and clamp. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

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53. Follow directions to connect the quick release coupling type 1. Install the EVAP tube. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .

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54. Install the new crankcase vent tube.

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55. Position the bracket and install the bolts.

    Torque: 1: 177 lb.in (20 Nm) 2: 93 lb.in (10.5 Nm)

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56. Position the transmission cooler tubes and install the bolt and nut.

    Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)

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57. Install the transmission cooler tube bracket bolt.

    Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)

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58. 1. Install the ground wire and stud bolt.

       Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)

    2. Attach the wiring harness retainer.

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59. Remove the fasteners and position the A/C compressor aside.

    Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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60. 1. Connect the wiring harness electrical connectors.
    2. Attach the wiring harness retainers.

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61. Install a new engine oil filter and fill the engine with clean engine oil. Refer to: Engine Oil Draining and Filling .
62. Install the following items:
    1. Generator. Refer to: Generator - 2.7L EcoBoost (238kW/324PS) .
    2. Accessory drive belt. Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt .
    3. Right hand (RH) and left hand (LH) CAC intake pipes. Refer to: CHARGE AIR COOLER (CAC) INTAKE PIPE
    4. Right hand (RH) and left hand (LH) CAC outlet pipes. Refer to: CHARGE AIR COOLER (CAC) OUTLET PIPE
    5. Right hand (RH) and left hand (LH) air cleaner outlet pipes. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe RH . Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe LH .
    6. PCM Cowl panel. Refer to: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) .
    7. Hood. Refer to: Hood .

63. NOTE: If equipped.
    1. Install the underbody shield and the bolts.

       Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

    2. Tighten the bolts.

       Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

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64. NOTE: Underbody shields vary by model.

    Install the underbody shield and the bolts.

    Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

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65. NOTE: Underbody shields vary by model.
    1. Install the underbody shield and the bolts.

       Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

    2. Tighten the bolts.

       Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

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66. Install the RH and LH fender splash shields. Refer to: Fender Splash Shield .
67. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
68. Pressurize the fuel system. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
69. Fill and bleed the engine cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
70. Start and check the exhaust system for leaks.
71. Use the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Misfire Monitor Profile Correction routine in the diagnostic scan tool.
72. Road test the vehicle.