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Engine Block Skirt Stiffener

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 

GFD624138Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle
GFD624879Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 303-1246 Engine Spreader Bar | TKIT-2006UF-FLM | TKIT-2006UF-ROW
GFD624850Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer | TKIT-2006UF-FLM | TKIT-2006UF-ROW
GFD624880Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 303-1634 Lift Eyes (2) | TKIT-2014D-ROW3 | TKIT-2014D-FL_ROW
GFD623985Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 303-409 (T92C-6700-CH) Remover, Crankshaft Seal | TKIT-1992-FH/FMH/FLMH | TKIT-1993-LMH/MH
Floor Crane
Mounting Stand
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver

Materials 

Name Specification
Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner PM-4-A, PM-4-B -
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: It is recommended that this component be serviced with the vehicle body removed. If the body cannot be removed, refer to Engine in this information.
  1. Remove the engine from the vehicle. Refer to: Engine .
  2. Remove the bolts and the flexplate.
    GFD624773Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Remove the crankshaft sensor ring and the engine-to-transmission spacer plate.
    GFD624912Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Inspect the crankshaft sensor ring for damage. If the crankshaft sensor ring has been dropped or has any visual damage, it must be replaced.
    GFD624674Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Reposition the CKP sensor electrical connector insulator.
    2. Disconnect the CKP sensor electrical connector.
    3. Remove the bolt and the CKP sensor.
    GFD624913Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Remove the bolts and the crankshaft rear seal and retainer plate.

    • Discard the crankshaft rear seal and retainer plate.

    GFD624676Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. Using a floor crane, install the engine on a mounting stand. Use the General Equipment: Floor Crane. Use the General Equipment: Mounting Stand
    GFD624914Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1634 Lift Eyes (2), 303-1246 Engine Spreader Bar.
    GFD624908Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the bolts and the RH engine mount bracket.

    • Discard the bolts.

    GFD624766Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  10. Follow directions to release the quick release coupling type 3. Remove the crankcase vent tube. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
    GFD624915Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the throttle body electrical connector.
    2. Disconnect the differential pressure feedback EGR sensor electrical connector.
    3. Disconnect the MAP sensor electrical connector.
    4. Disconnect the cabin heater coolant pump electrical connector.
    5. Detach the wiring harness retainers.
    GFD624776Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  12. Detach the wiring harness connector retainers.
    GFD624778Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the nut.

      Torque: 53 lb.in (6 Nm)

    2. Release the clamps and remove the differential pressure feedback EGR sensor.
    GFD624779Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the ignition coil-on-plug electrical connector.
    2. Detach the wiring harness retainer.
    3. Remove the stud bolt and the ignition coil-on-plug.

      Torque: 53 lb.in (6 Nm)

    GFD624916Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  15. Remove the EGR tube bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD624782Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the EGR tube nuts.
    2. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
    3. Detach the engine wiring harness retainer.
    GFD624917Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  17. Remove the bolts and the EGR valve assembly.
    GFD624784Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove and discard the gasket.

    • Clean and inspect all sealing surfaces.

    GFD624785Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  19. Remove and discard the EGR tube gasket.
    GFD624786Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the EVAP canister purge valve electrical connector.
    2. Follow directions to release the quick release coupling type 19. Disconnect the EVAP canister purge valve vapor tube. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
    3. Remove the EVAP canister purge valve.
    GFD624918Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Detach the wiring harness retainers from the rear of the intake manifold.
    2. Loosen the bolts and remove the intake manifold.
    GFD624788Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove and inspect the gaskets, replace as necessary.

    • Clean and inspect all sealing surfaces.

    GFD624919Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  23. Disconnect and remove the EGR coolant hose.
    GFD624920Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Release the clamp and disconnect the coolant hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    2. Remove the bolts and the coolant pump.
    GFD624921Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the bolts and the coolant pump pulley.
    2. Remove the bolt and the idler pulley.
    3. Remove the bolt and the idler pulley.
    4. Remove the bolts and the idler pulley and bracket assembly.
    5. Remove the bolts, and the accessory drive belt tensioner.
    GFD624922Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  26. Remove the fasteners and the oil cooler.
    GFD624923Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  27. Inspect the oil cooler. If metal or aluminum material is present in the oil cooler, mechanical concerns exist. Failure to correct these concerns may cause engine failure. Refer to: Engine .
    GFD624796Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  28. Remove and discard the oil cooler gasket.
    GFD624924Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  29. Remove the oil level indicator.
    GFD624925Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the KS wiring harness connector.
    2. Detach the wiring harness retainers.
    3. Remove the stud bolt and the position wiring harness ground terminal aside.
    GFD624926Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the ignition coil-on-plugs electrical connectors.
    2. Detach the engine wiring harness retainers.
    3. NOTE: When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.

      Remove the stud bolts and the ignition coils.

    GFD624927Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Slide the insulator up.
    2. Disconnect the CHT sensor electrical connector.
    3. Disconnect the wastegate control actuator electrical connector.
    4. Detach the engine wiring harness retainer.
    GFD624928Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
    2. Detach the engine wiring harness retainers and position the harness aside.
    GFD624929Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  34. Disconnect the oil control solenoid electrical connector and detach the wiring harness retainers.
    GFD624930Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the wastegate control actuator and oil pressure sensor electrical connectors.
    2. Detach the retainers and position the engine wiring harness aside.
    GFD624931Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the fuel pump electrical connector.
    2. Detach the wiring harness retainers.
    3. Remove the stud bolt and the wiring harness ground terminal.
    GFD624932Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the ignition coil-on-plugs electrical connectors.
    2. Detach the engine wiring harness retainers.
    3. NOTE: When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.

      Remove the stud bolts and the ignition coils.

    GFD624933Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
    2. Detach the retainers and position the engine wiring harness aside.
    GFD624934Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  39. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors and remove the engine wiring harness from the engine.
    GFD624935Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  40. Remove the nuts, the bolts and the EGR tube.
    GFD624936Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  41. Remove and discard the EGR tube gasket.
    GFD624937Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  42. Remove and discard the EGR tube gasket.
    GFD624938Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  43. Remove the bolts and the EGR cooler.
    GFD624939Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  44. Remove and discard the EGR cooler O-ring seals.
    GFD624940Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  45. Remove the bolts and the coolant pump.
    GFD624941Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  46. NOTE: The grommet may remain in the coolant pump housing. If this occurs, remove the grommet from the coolant pump housing.

    Remove and discard the coolant pump gasket and seal.

    GFD624942Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  47. Remove bolts and the LH turbocharger heat shield.
    GFD624943Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  48. Remove the bolts and the turbocharger oil return tube.
    GFD624944Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  49. NOTE: Inspect for blockage in the turbocharger tube. Check the tube, the sealing surfaces and the flange for flatness and damage. Use brake cleaner and a NYLON brush to clean. DO-NOT USE A METAL BRUSH; DAMAGE TO SEALING AREA WILL RESULT IN LEAKS.
    NOTE: Ensure that the retaining bracket is not bent, check for square-ness of the retaining bracket to the O-ring area. Use brake cleaner and a NYLON brush to clean. DO-NOT USE A METAL BRUSH; DAMAGE TO SEALING AREA WILL RESULT IN LEAKS.

    Remove and discard the TC oil return tube O-ring seal.

    Material: Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B

    GFD624945Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  50. Remove and discard the TC oil return tube tube-to-engine block gasket.
    GFD624946Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  51. Remove the bolts and the TC oil return tube.
    GFD624947Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  52. NOTE: Inspect for blockage in the turbocharger tube. Check the tube, the sealing surfaces and the flange for flatness and damage. Use brake cleaner and a NYLON brush to clean. DO-NOT USE A METAL BRUSH; DAMAGE TO SEALING AREA WILL RESULT IN LEAKS.
    NOTE: Ensure that the retaining bracket is not bent, check for square-ness of the retaining bracket to the O-ring area. Use brake cleaner and a NYLON brush to clean. DO-NOT USE A METAL BRUSH; DAMAGE TO SEALING AREA WILL RESULT IN LEAKS.

    Remove and discard the turbocharger oil return tube O-ring seal.

    Material: Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B

    GFD624948Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  53. Remove and discard the TC oil return tube tube-to-engine block gasket.
    GFD624946Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  54. Remove the bolts and the oil pan.
    GFD624949Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  55. Remove and discard the oil pan press-in-place gasket.
    GFD624806Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  56. Remove the nut and the bracket.
    GFD624950Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  57. Loosen the fasteners and remove the valve cover.
    GFD624867Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove and discard the gasket.
    2. Clean the valve cover gasket groove with soap and water or a suitable solvent.
    GFD624868Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  59. 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.
    GFD624869Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  60. Loosen the fasteners and remove the valve cover.
    GFD624856Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove and discard the gasket.
    2. Clean the valve cover gasket groove with soap and water or a suitable solvent.
    GFD624857Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  62. 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.
    GFD624858Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  63. Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt.
    GFD624951Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  64. NOTE: Use a universal puller (such as an OTC 6667, or equivalent).
    NOTE: Dual generator engine shown, single generator similar.

    Using a universal puller, remove the crankshaft pulley.

    GFD624662Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  65. NOTE: Use care not to damage the engine front cover or the crankshaft when removing the seal.

    1. Install the original crankshaft pulley bolt.
    2. Using the special tool, remove and discard the crankshaft front oil seal. Use Special Service Tool: 303-409 (T92C-6700-CH) Remover, Crankshaft Seal.
    3. NOTE: Retain the original crankshaft pulley bolt for turning the crankshaft while the pulley is removed.

      Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt.

    GFD624952Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  66. NOTE: There are different types of fasteners, note location of each fastener for assembly.

    Remove the engine front cover fasteners.

    GFD624953Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  67. Using a large flat-bladed screwdriver and the indicated pry pads, release the sealer and remove the engine front cover. Use the General Equipment: Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
    GFD624728Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  68. Remove and discard the engine front cover gaskets.
    GFD624729Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  69. Remove and discard the oil gallery seal (6G068).
    GFD624730Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  70. NOTE: Rotate the crankshaft utilizing only the original crankshaft pulley bolt. Failure to follow this direction may cause damage to the crankshaft and result in engine failure.

    Install the original crankshaft pulley bolt.

    GFD624954Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  71. NOTE: The VCT units have 2 timing marks on them, a triangle and a circle. For removal and installation of the RH side the triangle marks are used.

    1. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise.
    2. Position the crankshaft sprocket keyway at the 11 o'clock position.
    3. Verify the triangle  timing marks on the VCT units are at the 2 o'clock (intake) and 11 o'clock (exhaust) positions. If the circle  timing marks are at these positions the crankshaft must be turned clockwise one revolution (360 degrees).

    GFD624955Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  72. Remove the bolts and the RH timing chain tensioner.
    GFD624822Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  73. Remove the RH timing chain tensioner arm.
    GFD624823Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  74. Remove the bolts and the RH timing chain guide.
    GFD624824Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  75. Remove the RH timing chain.
    GFD624825Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  76. Remove and discard the original crankshaft pulley bolt.
    GFD624956Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  77. Remove the timing chain sprocket.
    GFD624827Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  78. Slide the oil pump drive belt off of the crankshaft sprocket and remove the belt.
    GFD624957Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  79. Remove the bolts and the oil pump pickup.
    GFD624811Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  80. Remove and discard the oil pump pickup O-ring seal.
    GFD624812Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  81. Remove the bolts and the oil pump.
    GFD624958Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  82. Remove the engine block skirt stiffener bolts.
    GFD624959Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  83. Using a suitable pry bar at the 4 pry pad locations, release the engine block skirt stiffener-to-engine block seal.
    GFD624960Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the engine block skirt stiffener.

    • Remove and discard the oil seal.

GFD624961Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
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