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Engine - Body Off

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 

GFD552680Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-1246Engine Spreader Bar, TKIT-2006UF-FLM, TKIT-2006UF-ROW
GFD552681Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-1634Lift Eyes (2), TKIT-2014D-ROW3, TKIT-2014D-FL_ROW
Floor Crane
Trolley Jack
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Wooden Block
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: It is recommended that this component be serviced with the vehicle body removed. If the body cannot be removed, refer to Engine - Body On In this article.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
  2. Release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
  3. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
  4. Remove the engine oil filter and drain the engine oil. Refer to: Engine Oil Draining and Filling .
  5. Drain the engine cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
  6. Remove the following items:

    1. Starter motor. Refer to: Starter Motor .
    2. If equipped, secondary generator. Refer to: Generator - 2.7L EcoBoost (238kW/324PS) .

  7. Remove the nut and position the coolant tubes aside.
    GFD552607Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. If equipped, remove the front driveshaft. Refer to: Front Driveshaft .
    • Remove the exhaust Y-pipe dual catalytic converter-to-exhaust intermediate pipe bolts and separate.

    • Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material.

    GFD552536Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  9. NOTE: Only use hand tools when loosening the transmission mount-to-crossmember nuts or damage to the transmission mount can occur.

    Loosen the transmission mount-to-crossmember nuts.

    GFD552537Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  10. NOTE: Only use hand tools when removing the engine mount nuts, stud bolts or damage to the engine mount can occur.

    Remove and discard the RH engine mount nuts.

    • Remove the studs.

    GFD552546Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. Remove the lower bellhousing bolts.
    GFD552718Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  12. Remove the lower bellhousing bolt.
    GFD552719Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  13. Remove the body. Refer to: Body .
    1. Unclip the coolant hose.
    2. Loosen the clamp.
    3. Detach the RH air cleaner outlet pipe from the grommet.

    • Remove the RH air cleaner outlet pipe.

    GFD552720Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the TC bypass tube.
    2. Follow directions to release the quick release coupling type 8. Disconnect the vapor tube. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
    3. Follow directions to release the quick release coupling type 26. Disconnect the vapor tube. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
    4. Follow directions to release the quick release coupling type 3. Disconnect the crankcase vent tube. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
    5. Loosen the clamp at the turbocharger inlet.
    6. Detach the LH air cleaner outlet pipe from the grommet and remove the pipe.
    GFD552721Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  14. Rotate the retaining ring counterclockwise 180 degrees and remove the TC bypass tube.
    GFD552722Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Loosen the CAC outlet pipe clamps.
    2. Remove the CAC outlet pipe.
    GFD552723Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Loosen the CAC inlet pipe clamps.
    2. Detach the CAC inlet pipe from the grommet and remove the pipe.
    GFD552724Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Loosen the CAC inlet pipe clamps.
    2. Detach the CAC inlet pipe from the grommet and remove the pipe.
    GFD552725Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Release the clamp and remove the coolant hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    2. Disconnect the heater hose quick connector.
    3. Disconnect the coolant hose quick connector.
    4. Release the clamp and remove the radiator coolant hose assembly. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    5. Release the clamp and remove the radiator coolant hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    GFD552726Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Detach the coolant hose retaining clip,
    2. Release the clamps and remove the coolant hose assembly. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    GFD552727Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Follow directions to release the quick release coupling type 5. Disconnect the EGR coolant hose. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
    2. Remove the nut and position the coolant tube assembly aside.
    GFD552728Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Detach the pin-type retainer.
    2. Remove the wiring harness retainer nut and position the wiring harness aside.
    GFD552605Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  15. Disconnect the A/C compressor electrical connectors.
    GFD552729Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Disconnect the generator electrical connector.

    • Lift the protective cover, remove the nut and position the harness aside.

    GFD552730Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  16. Detach the wiring harness retainer located below the generator from the cylinder block.
    GFD552731Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  17. Remove the retainers and the access cover.
    GFD552732Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  18. NOTE: Using the crankshaft pulley bolt, turn the engine clockwise.

    Remove and discard the torque converter nuts.

    GFD552733Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  19. Remove and discard the RH catalytic converter nuts.
    GFD552734Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  20. Remove and discard the LH catalytic converter nuts.
    GFD552735Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  21. NOTE: Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material.

    Position the catalytic converters back.

    • Remove and discard the exhaust gaskets.

    GFD552736Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  22. Follow directions to release the quick release coupling type 3. Remove the crankcase vent tube. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
    GFD552576Courtesy 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. Detach the wiring harness retainers.
    GFD552577Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Follow directions to release the quick release coupling type 19. Disconnect the fuel vapor tube. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
    2. Follow directions to release the quick release coupling type 1. Disconnect the tube. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
    3. Follow directions to release the quick release coupling type 3. Disconnect the crankcase vent tube. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .

    • Detach the tube retainer.

    GFD552578Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  23. Detach the wiring harness connector retainers.
    GFD552579Courtesy 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.
    GFD552580Courtesy 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)

    GFD552581Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  24. Remove the EGR tube bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    GFD552582Courtesy 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.
    GFD552583Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  25. Remove the bolts and the EGR valve assembly.
    GFD552584Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove and discard the gasket.

    • Clean and inspect all sealing surfaces.

    GFD552585Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  26. Remove and discard the EGR tube gasket.
    GFD552586Courtesy 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.
    GFD552587Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  27. Disconnect the crankcase pressure sensor electrical connector and remove the crankcase vent tube..
    GFD552737Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  28. Detach the wiring harness retainers from the rear of the intake manifold.
    GFD552738Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  29. NOTE: Wiring harness removed from graphic for clarity.

    Remove the intake manifold.

    GFD552739Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove and inspect the gaskets, replace as necessary.

    • Clean and inspect all sealing surfaces.

    GFD552590Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  30. Remove the bolt, nut and the bracket.
    GFD552653Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  31. Detach the transmission wiring harness retainers.
    GFD552740Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  32. Follow directions to release the quick release coupling type 10. Disconnect the high-pressure fuel pump fuel feed tube quick release coupling. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
    GFD552741Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  33. 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.

    GFD552548Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  34. NOTE: Do not support the transmission by the fluid pan, failure to follow this instruction may result in serious damage to the transmission.

    Support the bellhousing of the transmission with a suitable floor jack and a block of wood. Use the General Equipment: Trolley JackUse the General Equipment: Wooden Block

    GFD552742Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  35. Install Special Service Tool: 303-1634 Lift Eyes (2)., 303-1246 Engine Spreader Bar.
    GFD552743Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  36. NOTE: It will be necessary to adjust the height floor jack to support the transmission.

    1. Install a floor crane and a length of chain with connecting links. Use the General Equipment: Floor Crane
    2. Raise the engine assembly and position the engine to the RH side of the chassis.

    GFD552744Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  37. NOTE: Only use hand tools when removing or installing the engine mount-to-frame bolts or damage to the engine mount-to-frame nut plate can occur.

    Remove and discard the engine mount-to-frame bolts.

    GFD552745Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  38. Remove the LH engine mount.
    GFD552746Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  39. Remove the transmission bellhousing bolts.
    GFD552747Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  40. With the aid of an assistant, use the floor crane to remove the engine assembly from the chassis. Use the General Equipment: Floor Crane
GFD552748Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY