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Engine Block Skirt Stiffener

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 

GFD552651Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 205-153 (T80T-4000-W)Handle
GFD552680Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 303-1246Engine Spreader Bar, TKIT-2006UF-FLM, TKIT-2006UF-ROW
GFD552652Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 303-1247VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer, TKIT-2006UF-FLM, TKIT-2006UF-ROW
GFD552681Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
 303-1634Lift Eyes (2), TKIT-2014D-ROW3, TKIT-2014D-FL_ROW
GFD552459Courtesy 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 CleanerPM-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 article.
  1. Remove the engine from the vehicle. Refer to: Engine - Body Off .
  2. Remove the bolts and the flexplate.
    GFD552574Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Remove the crankshaft sensor ring and the engine-to-transmission spacer plate.
    GFD552682Courtesy 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.
    GFD552472Courtesy 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.
    GFD552473Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Remove the bolts and the crankshaft rear seal and retainer plate.

    • Discard the crankshaft rear seal and retainer plate.

    GFD552474Courtesy 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 CraneUse the General Equipment: Mounting Stand
    GFD552683Courtesy 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.

    GFD552552Courtesy 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.

    GFD552684Courtesy 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.
    GFD552685Courtesy 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.
    GFD552686Courtesy 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.
    GFD552687Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  13. Remove the bolts and the A/C compressor.
    GFD552688Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Release the clamp and disconnect the heater hose.
    2. Remove the nuts and the bracket and heater hose.
    GFD552689Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  15. Remove the bolts and the oil cooler.
    GFD552690Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  16. 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 - Gasoline .
    GFD552595Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  17. Remove and discard the oil cooler gasket.
    GFD552691Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  18. Remove the oil level indicator.
    GFD552692Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the KS wiring harness connector.
    2. Detach the wiring harness retainer.
    3. Remove the stud bolt and the position wiring harness ground terminal aside.
    GFD552693Courtesy 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.

    GFD552694Courtesy 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 retainers.
    GFD552656Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
    2. Detach the engine wiring harness retainers and position the harness aside.
    GFD552657Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  23. Disconnect the oil control solenoid electrical connector and detach the wiring harness retainers.
    GFD552517Courtesy 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.
    GFD552695Courtesy 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.
    GFD552696Courtesy 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.

    GFD552697Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
    2. Detach the retainers and position the engine wiring harness aside.
    GFD552698Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  28. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors and remove the engine wiring harness from the engine.
    GFD552699Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  29. Remove the nuts, the bolts and the EGR tube.
    GFD552700Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  30. Remove and discard the EGR tube gasket.
    GFD552701Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  31. Remove and discard the EGR tube gasket.
    GFD552702Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  32. Remove the bolts and the EGR cooler.
    GFD552703Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  33. Remove and discard the EGR cooler O-ring seals.
    GFD552704Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  34. Remove the bolts and the coolant pump.
    GFD552705Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  35. 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.

    GFD552706Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  36. Remove the bolts and the turbocharger oil return tube.
    GFD552707Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  37. 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

    GFD552708Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  38. Remove and discard the TC oil return tube tube-to-engine block gasket.
    GFD552709Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  39. Remove the bolts and the TC oil return tube.
    GFD552710Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  40. 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

    GFD552711Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  41. Remove and discard the TC oil return tube tube-to-engine block gasket.
    GFD552709Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  42. Remove the bolts and the oil pan.
    GFD552608Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  43. Remove and discard the oil pan press-in-place gasket.
    GFD552609Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  44. Remove and discard the oil pump seal.
    GFD552610Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  45. Loosen the fasteners and remove the valve cover.
    GFD552668Courtesy 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.
    GFD552669Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  47. 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.
    GFD552670Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  48. Loosen the fasteners and remove the valve cover.
    GFD552658Courtesy 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.
    GFD552659Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  50. 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.
    GFD552660Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  51. Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt.
    GFD552712Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  52. 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.

    GFD552464Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  53. 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.

    GFD552713Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  54. NOTE: There are different types of fasteners, note location of each fastener for assembly.

    Remove the engine front cover fasteners.

    GFD552518Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  55. 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
    GFD552519Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  56. Remove and discard the engine front cover gaskets.
    GFD552520Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  57. Remove and discard the oil gallery seal (6G068).
    GFD552521Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  58. 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.

    GFD552623Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  59. 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).

    GFD552624Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  60. Remove the bolts and the RH timing chain tensioner.
    GFD552625Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  61. Remove the RH timing chain tensioner arm.
    GFD552626Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  62. Remove the bolts and the RH timing chain guide.
    GFD552627Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  63. Remove the RH timing chain.
    GFD552628Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  64. Remove and discard the original crankshaft pulley bolt.
    GFD552645Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  65. Remove the timing chain sprocket.
    GFD552630Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  66. Slide the oil pump drive belt off of the crankshaft sprocket and remove the belt.
    GFD552619Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  67. Remove the bolts and the oil pump.
    GFD552714Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  68. Remove the engine block skirt stiffener bolts.
    GFD552715Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  69. Using a suitable pry bar at the 4 pry pad locations, release the engine block skirt stiffener-to-engine block seal.
    GFD552716Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the engine block skirt stiffener.

    • Remove and discard the oil seal.

GFD552717Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
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