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Engine Front Cover: Installation

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  1. Install new gaskets on the engine front cover.
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  2. NOTE: The VCT variable force solenoid pins must be fully depressed to avoid interference with the VCT valve tips when installing the engine front cover. Failure to follow these instructions can result in damage to the engine.
    NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.

    Fully depress the VCT variable force solenoid pins.

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  3. NOTE: The engine front cover must be installed and all fasteners final tightened within 5 minutes of applying the sealer. If this cannot be accomplished, install the engine front cover and tighten fasteners 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 to 8 Nm (71 lb-in) within 5 minutes of applying the sealer. All of the fasteners must then be final tightened within 1 hour of applying the sealer. If this time limit is exceeded, all sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.

    Apply a 15 mm (0.59 in) diameter drop of silicone gasket and sealant to the camshaft carrier-to-cylinder head joints, the cylinder head-to-cylinder block joints and the oil pan-to-cylinder block joints.

    Material

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

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  4. NOTE: Make sure that the engine front cover gaskets are in place on the engine front cover before installation.

    Position the engine front cover onto the dowels.

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  5. NOTE: The engine front cover must be installed and all fasteners final tightened within 5 minutes of applying the sealer. If this cannot be accomplished, install the engine front cover and tighten fasteners 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 to 8 Nm (71 lb-in) within 5 minutes of applying the sealer. All of the fasteners must then be final tightened within 1 hour of applying the sealer. If this time limit is exceeded, all sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.

    Install the bolts and stud bolts.

    Torque:Stage 1: Fasteners 1-15 : 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    Stage 2: Fasteners 16-19 : 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    Stage 3: Fasteners 1-15 : 60 deg.

    Stage 4: Fasteners 16-19 : 45 deg.

    Fig 1: Engine Front Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence
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  6. Using a 10 mm Hex Bit, turn the engine front cover-to-oil filter adapter jack screw into contact with the oil filter adapter.

    Torque: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)

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  7. Install the engine front cover-to-oil filter adapter bolt.

    Torque:Stage 1: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    Stage 2: 60 deg.

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  8. Install the A/C compressor and the bolts.

    Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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    1. Install the pin-type retainer.
    2. Attach the wiring harness retainer.
    3. Connect the A/C compressor electrical connectors.
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    1. Position the wiring harness and attach the wiring harness retainer.
    2. Position the coolant tubes and install the nut.

      Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)

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    1. Position the coolant tubes and bracket and install the nut.

      Torque: 119 lb.in (13.5 Nm)

    2. Attach the coolant tube retainer.
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  12. Install the generator and the bolts.

    Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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  13. Install the following items:

    1. RH valve cover. Refer to: Valve Cover RH .
    2. LH valve cover. Refer to: Valve Cover LH .
    3. Crankshaft front seal. Refer to: Crankshaft Front Seal .
    4. Coolant pump. Refer to: Coolant Pump .
    5. A/C compressor belt tensioner. Refer to: Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor Belt Tensioner .
    6. A/C compressor belt. Refer to: Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor Belt .
    7. Accessory drive belt tensioner. Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner .
    8. Accessory drive belt. Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt .

    1. Install the ground wire and nut.

      Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    2. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector.
    3. Attach the engine wiring harness retainers.
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  15. Connect the coolant hose quick release couplings.
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    1. Install the coolant hose assembly and the clamps. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    2. Install the coolant bypass T assembly and engage the spring clip.
    3. Install the coolant hose and clamp. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    4. Install the coolant hose and clamp. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    5. Connect the quick release coupling.
    6. Install the coolant hose and clamp. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    7. Install the coolant hose and clamp. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    8. Install the crankcase vent tube. Follow directions to connect the quick release coupling type 3. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
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    1. Connect the lower radiator hose.
    2. Install the spring clip.
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    • Install the upper radiator hose and clamp. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

    • Install the radiator to degas bottle hose and clamp. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

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  19. Install the following items:

    1. Degas bottle. Refer to: Degas Bottle .
    2. Air cleaner. Refer to: Air Cleaner .
    3. Air cleaner outlet pipe. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe .

  20. Drain the engine oil, install a new oil filter and fill the engine with clean engine oil. Refer to: Engine Oil Draining and Filling . Use the General Equipment: Oil Drain Equipment
  21. NOTE: If equipped.

    Install the skid plate and bolts.

    Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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  22. NOTE: If equipped.

    Install the underbody shield and the bolts.

    Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

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  23. NOTE: If equipped.

    Install the underbody shield and fasteners.

    Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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  24. NOTE: If equipped.

    Install the skid plate and bolts.

    Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

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  25. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
  26. Pressurize the fuel system. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
  27. Fill and bleed the engine cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
  28. Use the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Misfire Monitor Profile Correction routine in the diagnostic scan tool.
  29. Road test the vehicle.
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