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Section 379 (Engine - 2.7L ECOBOOST (238KW/324PS)): Disassembly: Engine

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 

GFD458988Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle
GFD459019Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 303-1246 Engine Spreader Bar TKIT-2006UF-FLM TKIT-2006UF-ROW
GFD458989Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer TKIT-2006UF-FLM TKIT-2006UF-ROW
GFD459014Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 303-1248 Camshaft holding tools TKIT-2006UF-FLM TKIT-2006UF-ROW
GFD459020Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 303-1634 Lift Eyes (2) TKIT-2014D-ROW3 TKIT-2014D-FL_ROW
GFD458797Courtesy 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: The turbocharger compressor vanes can be damaged by even the smallest particles. When removing any turbocharger or engine air intake system component, ensure that no debris enters the system. Failure to do so may result in damage to the turbocharger.
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: Refer to the Engine Component View .
  1. Remove the bolts and the flexplate.
    GFD459021Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. Remove the crankshaft sensor ring and the engine-to-transmission spacer plate.
    GFD459022Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Inspect the crankshaft sensor ring for damage. If the crankshaft sensor ring has been dropped or has any visual damage, it must be replaced.
    GFD458809Courtesy 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.
    GFD458810Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Remove the bolts and the crankshaft rear seal and retainer plate.

    • Discard the crankshaft rear seal and retainer plate.

    GFD458811Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Clean and prepare the RTV sealing surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .
    GFD458812Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. Using a floor crane, install the engine on a mounting stand. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1246 Engine Spreader Bar, 303-1634 Lift Eyes (2). Use the General Equipment: Floor Crane. Use the General Equipment: Mounting Stand
    GFD459023Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. Remove the bolts and the engine mount-to-cylinder block bracket.

    • Discard the bolts.

    • Clean the engine mount bracket-to-cylinder block and engine mount-to-frame mating surfaces of any dirt or foreign material prior to installation.

    GFD458886Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  9. Remove and discard the engine mount bracket-to-engine bolts.

    1. Remove the engine mount and bracket as an assembly.
    2. Clean the engine mount bracket-to-cylinder block and engine mount-to-frame mating surfaces of any dirt or foreign material prior to installation.

    GFD459024Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Disconnect the auxiliary coolant pump electrical connector.

    • Release the clamps and disconnect the coolant hoses.

    GFD459025Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. Remove the bolts and the auxiliary coolant pump and hose assembly.
    GFD459026Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Loosen the coolant pump pulley bolts.
    2. Rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner clockwise and remove the accessory drive belt.
    GFD459027Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the bolts and the coolant pump pulley.
    2. Remove the bolt and the idler pulley.
    3. Remove the bolts, and the accessory drive belt tensioner.
    4. Remove the bolt and the idler pulley.
    5. Remove the bolt, the nut and the generator.
    GFD459028Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  14. Remove the bolts and the A/C compressor.
    GFD459029Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Release the clamp and disconnect the heater hose.
    2. Remove the nuts and the bracket and heater hose.
    GFD459030Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  16. Remove the bolts and the oil cooler.
    GFD459031Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  17. 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 .
    GFD458929Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  18. Remove and discard the oil cooler gasket.
    GFD459032Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the KS wiring harness connector.
    2. Detach the wiring harness retainers.
    3. Remove the bolt and the wiring harness ground terminal.
    4. Remove the stud bolt and the wiring harness ground terminal.
    GFD459033Courtesy 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.
    GFD459034Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  21. Disconnect the oil control solenoid electrical connector and detach the wiring harness retainers.
    GFD459035Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  22. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors and detach the retainers.
    GFD459036Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  23. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors and detach the retainers.

    • Remove the engine wiring harness from the engine.

    GFD459037Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the solenoid bolt.
    2. Detach the vacuum hose retainer.
    3. Release the clamp and disconnect the vacuum hose.
    GFD459038Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Release the clamp and disconnect the vacuum hose from the TC.
    2. Detach the vacuum hose retainer.
    3. Remove the vacuum control solenoid bolts.
    4. Disconnect the vacuum tube quick release coupling and remove the vacuum hose assembly from the engine. Refer to: QUICK RELEASE COUPLING . .
    GFD459039Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  26. 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.

    GFD459040Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  27. Remove the stud bolts and the high pressure fuel pump shield.
    GFD459123Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  28. Remove the high pressure fuel pump insulator.
    GFD459124Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  29. Release the clamp and remove the hose.
    GFD459125Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Detach the wiring harness retainers.
    2. Remove the spring lock coupling retaining clips.
    GFD459126Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the fuel tube spring lock couplings. Refer to: Spring Lock Couplings .
    2. Disconnect the quick release coupling. Refer to: QUICK RELEASE COUPLING . .
    3. Remove the stud bolts and the fuel manifold.
    GFD459127Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  32. 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 high-pressure fuel tube flare nuts.

    • Loosen the high-pressure fuel tube flare nuts.

    • Remove and discard the high-pressure fuel tubes.

    GFD459128Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  33. NOTE: Alternately loosen the high-pressure fuel pump nuts one revolution at a time.

    Remove the nuts and the high-pressure fuel pump.

    GFD459129Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  34. Discard the O-ring seal.
    GFD459130Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  35. Remove the high-pressure fuel pump tappet.
    GFD459131Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  36. 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 necessary.
    GFD459132Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  37. Remove the stud bolts, the high-pressure fuel pump drive unit and gasket.
    GFD459133Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  38. Clean and prepare the RTV sealing surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .
    GFD459134Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  39. Remove the bolts, the brake vacuum pump and gaskets.
    GFD459135Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  40. Clean and prepare the RTV sealing surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .
    GFD459136Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  41. Remove the nuts, the bolts and the EGR tube.
    GFD459041Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  42. Remove and discard the EGR tube gasket.
    GFD459042Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  43. Remove and discard the EGR tube gasket.
    GFD459043Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  44. Remove the bolts and the EGR cooler.
    GFD459044Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  45. Remove and discard the EGR cooler O-ring seals.
    GFD459045Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  46. Remove the bolts and the coolant pump.
    GFD459046Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  47. 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.

    GFD459047Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  48. Remove the TC coolant return tube bolt, then disconnect and remove the TC coolant return tube.
    GFD459137Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  49. NOTE: Inspect the turbocharger tube and the sealing surfaces. 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 coolant return tube O-ring seal.

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

    GFD459138Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  50. Remove the and discard the upper left TC nut.
    GFD459139Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  51. Remove the and discard the upper left TC mounting stud.
    GFD459140Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  52. Remove the TC oil supply tube bolt and then disconnect the TC oil supply tube from the TC.
    GFD459141Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  53. Remove the TC oil supply tube bolt and then remove the TC oil supply tube.
    GFD459142Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  54. NOTE: Inspect the turbocharger tube and the sealing surfaces. 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 supply tube O-ring seals and the TC oil supply tube oil filter.

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

    GFD459143Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  55. Remove the TC oil return tube bolts and then remove the TC oil return tube.
    GFD459048Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  56. 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

    GFD459049Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  57. Remove and discard the TC oil return tube tube-to-engine block gasket.
    GFD459050Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  58. Remove the TC coolant supply tube bolt.
    GFD459144Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  59. NOTE: Remove the TC coolant supply tube from the engine block while removing the TC.

    Remove and discard the TC retainers and then remove the TC.

    GFD459145Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  60. NOTE: Inspect the turbocharger tube and the sealing surfaces. 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 coolant supply tube O-ring seal.

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

    GFD459146Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  61. Remove and discard the TC gasket.
    GFD459147Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  62. Remove and discard the TC mounting stud.
    GFD459148Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  63. Remove the TC oil supply tube bolts and then remove the TC oil supply tube.
    GFD459149Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  64. NOTE: Inspect the turbocharger tube and the sealing surfaces. 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 supply tube O-ring seals and the turbocharger oil supply tube oil filter.

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

    GFD459143Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  65. Remove the TC coolant return tube bolt, then disconnect the TC coolant return tube and position out of the way.
    GFD459150Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  66. NOTE: Inspect the turbocharger tube and the sealing surfaces. 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 coolant return tube O-ring seal.

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

    GFD459151Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  67. Remove the TC oil return tube bolts and then remove the TC oil return tube.
    GFD459051Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  68. 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

    GFD459052Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  69. Remove and discard the TC oil return tube tube-to-engine block gasket.
    GFD459050Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  70. Remove the TC coolant supply tube bolt.
    GFD459152Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  71. Remove and discard the TC bolt.
    GFD459153Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  72. NOTE: Remove the TC coolant supply tube from the engine block while removing the TC.

    Remove and discard the TC nuts and then remove the TC.

    GFD459154Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  73. NOTE: Inspect the turbocharger tube and the sealing surfaces. 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 coolant return tube O-ring seal.

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

    GFD459155Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  74. Remove and discard the TC gasket.
    GFD459156Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  75. Remove and discard the TC mounting studs.
    GFD459157Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  76. Remove the oil pan bolts.
    GFD458943Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Using a large flat-bladed screwdriver and the indicated pry pads, release the sealer and separate the oil pan from the bottom of the engine.
    2. NOTE: Do not reuse the oil pans sealed by Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone. Oil pans sealed by Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone are to be removed and discarded. The replacement oil pan will have a press-in-place gasket.

      Remove and discard the oil pan if it is sealed with Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone.

    GFD458944Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  78. If equipped, remove and discard the oil pan press-in-place gasket.
    GFD458945Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  79. Remove and discard the oil pump seal.
    GFD458946Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  80. Clean and prepare the RTV sealing surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .
    GFD458947Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  81. Loosen the fasteners and remove the valve cover.
    GFD459007Courtesy 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.
    GFD459008Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  83. 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.
    GFD459009Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  84. Clean and prepare the RTV sealing surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .
    GFD459010Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  85. Remove the oil level indicator.
    GFD459053Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  86. Loosen the fasteners and remove the valve cover.
    GFD458995Courtesy 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.
    GFD458996Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  88. 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.
    GFD458997Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  89. Clean and prepare the RTV sealing surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .
    GFD458998Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  90. Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt.
    GFD459054Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  91. NOTE: Use a universal puller (such as an OTC 6667, or equivalent).

    Using a universal puller, remove the crankshaft pulley.

    GFD458799Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  92. 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.

    GFD459055Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  93. NOTE: There are 5 different types of fasteners, note location of each fastener for assembly.

    Remove the engine front cover fasteners.

    GFD458853Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  94. 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
    GFD458854Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  95. Remove and discard the engine front cover gaskets.
    GFD458855Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  96. Remove and discard the oil gallery seal (6G068).
    GFD458856Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  97. Clean and prepare the RTV sealing surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .
    GFD458857Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  98. Clean and prepare the RTV sealing surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .
    GFD458858Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  99. 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.

    GFD458960Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  100. 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).

    GFD458961Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  101. Remove the bolts and the RH timing chain tensioner.
    GFD458962Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  102. Remove the RH timing chain tensioner arm.
    GFD458963Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  103. Remove the bolts and the RH timing chain guide.
    GFD458964Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  104. Remove the RH timing chain.
    GFD458965Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  105. NOTE: The VCT units have 2 timing marks on them, a triangle and a circle. For removal and installation of the LH side the circle marks are used.

    1. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise one revolution (360 degrees).
    2. Position the crankshaft sprocket keyway at the 11 o'clock position.
    3. The circle  timing marks on the VCT units will be at the 10 o'clock (intake) and 12:30 (exhaust) positions.

    GFD458968Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  106. Remove the original crankshaft pulley bolt.
    GFD458966Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  107. Remove the timing chain sprocket.
    GFD458967Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  108. Slide the oil pump drive belt off of the crankshaft sprocket and remove the belt.
    GFD458956Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  109. Remove the crankshaft sprocket.
    GFD458969Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  110. Remove the bolts and the LH timing chain tensioner.
    GFD458970Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  111. Remove the LH timing chain tensioner arm.
    GFD458971Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  112. Remove the bolts and the LH timing chain guide.
    GFD458972Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  113. Remove the LH timing chain.
    GFD458973Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  114. Remove the timing chain sprocket.
    GFD458974Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  115. Remove the bolts and the oil pump.
    GFD459056Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Install Special Service Tool: 303-1248 Camshaft holding tools.
    2. Remove and discard the VCT unit bolts.
    3. Remove the VCT units.
    GFD459158Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  117. 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.

    GFD458782Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  118. Remove the bolts and the camshaft bearing caps.
    GFD458783Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  119. Remove the intake and exhaust camshafts.
    GFD458784Courtesy 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.
    GFD458785Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Release the clamp and disconnect the coolant hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    2. NOTE: Do not pry the cylinder head to coolant outlet connector behind the bracket. If necessary, use gripping pliers to pull the cylinder head to coolant outlet connector from the cylinder head.

      Remove the bolt and the cylinder head to coolant outlet connector hose assembly.

    GFD458837Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove and discard the cylinder head bolts.

    • Remove the cylinder head.

    GFD458838Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  123. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.
    GFD458839Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Clean and inspect the cylinder head-to-cylinder block mating surfaces of both the cylinder head and the cylinder block.

    GFD458840Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Install Special Service Tool: 303-1248 Camshaft holding tools.
    2. Remove and discard the VCT unit bolts.
    3. Remove the VCT units.
    GFD459159Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  126. 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.

    GFD458769Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  127. Remove the bolts and the camshaft bearing caps.
    GFD458770Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  128. Remove the intake and exhaust camshafts.
    GFD458771Courtesy 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.
    GFD458772Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Release the clamp and disconnect the coolant hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    2. NOTE: Do not pry the cylinder head to coolant outlet connector behind the bracket. If necessary, use gripping pliers to pull the cylinder head to coolant outlet connector from the cylinder head.

      Remove the bolt and the cylinder head to coolant outlet connector hose assembly.

    GFD458827Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove and discard the cylinder head bolts.

    • Remove the cylinder head.

    GFD458830Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  132. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.
    GFD458831Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Clean and inspect the cylinder head-to-cylinder block mating surfaces of both the cylinder head and the cylinder block.

    GFD458832Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Detach the wiring harness retainer from the stud bolt.
    2. Remove the stud bolt, the nuts and the coolant outlet connector pipe.
    GFD459160Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the ECT sensor electrical connector.
    2. Remove the bolts and the KS assembly.
    GFD459161Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  136. NOTE: Do not reuse the ECT sensor, install a new sensor.

    Remove and discard the ECT sensor.

    GFD459162Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  137. Remove the engine block skirt stiffener bolts.
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  138. Using a suitable pry bar at the 4 pry pad locations, release the engine block skirt stiffener-to-engine block seal.
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    • Remove the engine block skirt stiffener.

    • Remove and discard the oil seal.

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  140. Clean and prepare the RTV sealing surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .
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    • 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.

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  142. Remove the bolts and the connecting rod cap.
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  143. NOTE: Position the cylinder bank for the piston serviced in a vertical position. Do not scratch the cylinder walls or crankshaft journals with the connecting rod or engine damage may occur.
    NOTE: Do not allow the piston connecting rods to come in contact with the piston cooling jets or engine damage may occur.

    1. NOTE: A commercially available piston rod installer must be used to prevent damage to the crankshaft journal.

      Install a piston rod installer over the crankshaft journal and into the bolt holes of the connecting rod.

    2. Remove the piston through the top of the cylinder block.

    • Repeat the steps for each of the remaining pistons.

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    • Remove the connecting rod bearings.

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  145. Remove and discard the main bearing cap bolts.
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    1. Remove the main bearing caps.
    2. Remove the lower thrust washer.
    3. Remove the lower main bearings.
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    1. Remove the crankshaft.
    2. Remove the lower main bearings.
    3. Remove the lower thrust bearing.
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  148. Remove the bolts and the piston cooling jets from the cylinder block.
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