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Engine Front Cover: Installation

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  1. Install new engine front cover gaskets.
    GFD624733Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. NOTE: The engine oil gallery seal (6G068) is asymmetrical and must be installed exactly as shown or damage to the engine may occur.

    1. Lubricate the new oil gallery seal (6G068) with clean engine oil.
    2. Install the new oil gallery seal (6G068) with the squared edge toward the engine block.

    GFD624734Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. 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 must be installed within 10 minutes of applying the sealer and the bolts must be installed and tightened to 2-5 Nm (18-44 lb-in) within 15 of applying the sealer. Final tightening of the bolts must be completed within 60 minutes of applying the sealer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.

    Apply 9 mm (0.35 in) beads of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone 10 mm (0.40 in) in length to the cylinder block skirt-to-cylinder block joints and the cylinder head-to-cylinder block joints as indicated.

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

    GFD624735Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. 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 must be installed within 10 minutes of applying the sealer and the bolts must be installed and tightened to 2-5 Nm (18-44 lb-in) within 15 of applying the sealer. Final tightening of the bolts must be completed within 60 minutes of applying the sealer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.

    1. Apply a 4.5 mm (0.18 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover sealing surfaces of the inner bolt bosses.

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

    2. Apply a 4.5 mm (0.18 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the chamfer of the engine front cover sealing surfaces.

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

    GFD624736Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Install the engine front cover and install the fasteners finger tight.
    2. Tighten bolts 12 through 13.

      Torque: Stage 1: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm) | Stage 2: 45°

    3. Tighten bolts 1 through 11.

      Torque: Stage 1: 177 lb.in (20 Nm) | Stage 2: 45°

    4. Tighten bolts 14 through 16.

      Torque: Stage 1: 177 lb.in (20 Nm) | Stage 2: 60°

    5. Tighten bolts 15 through 20.

      Torque: Stage 1: 177 lb.in (20 Nm) | Stage 2: 45°

    Fig 1: Engine Front Cover Tightening Sequence
    GFD624737Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Install the oil pan. Refer to: Oil Pan .
  7. Position the bracket and install the bolts.

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

    GFD624738Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Connect the wiring harness electrical connector.
    2. Install the ground wire and stud bolt.

      Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)

    3. Attach the wiring harness retainers.
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  9. Attach the wiring harness retainer.
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  10. NOTE: Only use hand tools when loosening the engine mount through bolts or damage to the engine mount-to-cylinder block bracket can occur.

    Remove and discard the LH engine mount through bolt.

    GFD624658Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. NOTE: Only use hand tools when removing the engine mount nuts or damage to the engine mount can occur.

    Remove and discard the RH engine mount nuts.

    GFD624659Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    NOTE: Step 12 is for vehicles equipped with a sway bar. Steps 13 thru 15 are for vehicles equipped with a sway bar disconnect.
    • Remove the nuts and bolts and lower the sway bar.

    • Discard the nuts and bolts.

    GFD624063Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  13. Disconnect the sway bar disconnect wiring harness electrical connectors and retainers.
    GFD624065Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the nuts and bolts and lower the sway bar disconnect.

    • Discard the bolts.

    GFD624066Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  15. Position the sway bar disconnect back so the front bracket holes are on the studs and install the original nuts finger tight to position the sway bar disconnect aside.
    GFD624067Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  16. Loosen the transmission mount nuts.
    GFD624073Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • 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).

    GFD624660Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  18. Lubricate the engine front cover bore with clean engine oil.
    GFD624739Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  19. Using the special tools, install the new crankshaft front oil seal. Use Special Service Tool: 303-335 (T88T-6701-A) Installer, Front Cover Oil Seal, 303-1531 Installer, Front Crank Seal and Damper.
    GFD624653Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  20. NOTE: The outer pulley must be removed to properly hold the pulley during the crankshaft bolt tightening step.

    Remove the bolts and the outer pulley,

    GFD624740Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  21. Lubricate the crankshaft pulley sealing surface with clean engine oil prior to installation.
    GFD624664Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  22. Using the special tools, install the crankshaft pulley. Use Special Service Tool: 303-335 (T88T-6701-A) Installer, Front Cover Oil Seal, 303-1531 Installer, Front Crank Seal and Damper.
    GFD624741Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  23. NOTE: Use a universal pulley holder (such as an OTC 4754, or equivalent).
    NOTE: The aid of an assistant is required to perform this step.

    Using a universal pulley holder, install and tighten a new crankshaft pulley bolt.

    Torque: Stage 1: 166 lb.ft (225 Nm) | Stage 2: Loosen: 360° | Stage 3: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm) | Stage 4: 270°

    GFD624742Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  24. Install the outer pulley and bolts,

    Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

    GFD624667Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Using the adjustable stand, lower the engine to the installed position. Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands
    2. Remove the stand.
    GFD624743Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  26. Remove and discard the transmission mount nuts.
    GFD624096Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  27. Install the new transmission mount nuts and tighten.

    Torque: 85 lb.ft (115 Nm)

    GFD624073Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    NOTE: Steps 28 thru 30 are for vehicles with sway bar disconnect. Step 31 is for vehicles with a sway bar.
  28. Remove and discard the nuts and position the sway bar disconnect forward.
    GFD624093Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  29. Position the sway bar disconnect and install the new nuts and bolts.

    Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

    GFD624094Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  30. Connect the sway bar disconnect wiring harness electrical connectors and retainers.
    GFD624065Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  31. Position the sway bar and install the new nuts and bolts.

    Torque: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

    GFD624095Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  32. 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)

    GFD624669Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  33. NOTE: Only use hand tools when installing the engine mount nuts or damage to the engine mount can occur.

    Install the new RH engine mount nuts.

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

    GFD623904Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  34. Install the idler pulleys and bolts.

    Torque: 1: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm) 2: 18 lb.ft (24 Nm) 3: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

    GFD624744Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Install a new gasket.
    2. Install the EGR tube and the nuts.

      Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD624745Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  36. Remove the fasteners and position the A/C compressor aside.

    Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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    1. Connect the wiring harness electrical connectors.
    2. Attach the wiring harness retainers.
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  38. Install the following items:

    1. LH fender splash shield. Refer to: Fender Splash Shield .
    2. Accessory drive belt tensioner. Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner .
    3. Generator. Refer to: Generator - 2.7L EcoBoost (238kW/324PS) .
    4. Coolant pump. Refer to: Coolant Pump .
    5. EGR cooler. Refer to: Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Cooler .
    6. Oil cooler. Refer to: Oil Cooler .
    7. Cabin heater coolant pump. Refer to: Cabin Heater Coolant Pump - 2.7L EcoBoost (238kW/324PS) .
    8. RH valve cover. Refer to: Valve Cover RH .
    9. LH valve cover. Refer to: Valve Cover LH .

  39. Install the bracket and nut.

    Torque: 93 lb.in (10.5 Nm)

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

    GFD624716Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  42. Attach the coolant hose retainers.
    GFD624715Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  43. Install the radiator hose and the retaining clip.
    GFD624714Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    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
    GFD624713Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  45. Install the following items:

    1. Upper and lower CAC outlet pipe. Refer to: Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Outlet Pipe .
    2. Air cleaner. Refer to: Air Cleaner .

  46. Install a new engine oil filter, drain the engine oil and fill the engine with clean engine oil. Refer to: Engine Oil Draining and Filling .
  47. 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)

    GFD624670Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  48. NOTE: Underbody shields vary by model.

    Install the underbody shield and the bolts.

    Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

    GFD624712Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  49. 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)

    GFD624671Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  50. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
  51. Deactivate the brake service mode. Refer to: Brake Service Mode Activation and Deactivation .
  52. Fill and bleed the engine cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
  53. Use the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Misfire Monitor Profile Correction routine in the diagnostic scan tool.
  54. Road test the vehicle.
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