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Engine Block Skirt Stiffener

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 

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

Materials 

Name Specification
Motorcraft ® Silicone Gasket Remover ZC-30-A -
Motorcraft ® Metal Surface Prep Wipes ZC-31-B -
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: 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 Description And Operation see the exploded view under the Engine Component View.
  1. Remove the engine from the vehicle. Refer to: Engine .
  2. Remove the bolts and the flexplate.
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  3. Remove the crankshaft sensor ring.
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  4. Inspect the crankshaft sensor ring for damage. If the crankshaft sensor ring has been dropped or has any visual damage, it must be discarded.
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    1. Disconnect the CKP sensor electrical connector.
    2. Remove the bolt and the CKP sensor.
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  6. Remove the bolts and the crankshaft rear seal and retainer plate.

    • Discard the crankshaft rear seal and retainer plate.

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  7. NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.

    Clean and inspect the mating surface. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .

    Material: Motorcraft ® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

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

    Material: Motorcraft ® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B

    GFD260038Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. 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
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    • Remove the bolts and the accessory drive belt tensioner.

    • Remove the bolt and the idler pulley.

    • Remove the bolts and the coolant pump pulley.

    • Remove the generator stud.

    • Remove the bolt and the generator.

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    • Disconnect the oil pressure control solenoid electrical connector.

    • Remove the retainer and the oil pressure control solenoid.

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  11. Detach the wiring harness retainers.
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    1. Disconnect the throttle body electrical connector and detach the wiring harness retainer.

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    • Disconnect the crankcase pressure sensor electrical connector.

    • Detach the PCV tube retainer.

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  14. Disconnect the EVAP tube quick release coupling and remove the tube. Refer to: Fuel System - General Information - 3.0L Ecoboost (Except Hybrid) .
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    1. Disconnect the EVAP tube quick release coupling. Refer to: Fuel System - General Information - 3.0L Ecoboost (Except Hybrid) .
    2. Disconnect the EVAP purge valve electrical connector.
    3. Lift the EVAP purge valve off of the intake manifold mounting tab and remove the valve from the engine.
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  16. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors and retainers.
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    1. Remove the vacuum harness pressure sensor bolt.
    2. Disconnect the MAP sensor electrical connector.
    3. Detach the wiring harness and vacuum harness retainers.
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    • Slide the insulator up to access the CHT electrical connector.

    • Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors and detach the wiring harness retainers.

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    • Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors.

    • Detach the wiring harness retainers and remove the harness from the engine.

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  20. Detach the vacuum hose retainers.

    • Release the clamp and disconnect the vacuum hose from the TC.

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    1. Release the clamp and disconnect the vacuum hose from the TC.
    2. Remove the vacuum control solenoid bolts.
    3. Disconnect the vacuum tube quick release coupling. Refer to: Fuel System - General Information - 3.0L Ecoboost (Except Hybrid) .
    4. Detach the retainers and remove the vacuum tube assembly from the engine.
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  22. NOTE: When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.

    Remove the bolts and the coil-on-plug assemblies.

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  23. Remove the oil level indicator.
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  24. Remove the bolts and the throttle body.
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  25. Inspect the gasket, clean or replace as needed.
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  26. Remove the bolts and the coolant pump.
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  27. Remove and discard the coolant pump gasket and seal.
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  28. Remove the stud bolts, the bolt and the TC oil return tube.
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  29. Remove and discard the TC oil return tube O-ring seal.
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  30. Remove and discard the TC oil return tube-to-engine block gasket.
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  31. NOTE: AWD shown FWD is similar.

    Remove the bolts and the TC oil return tube.

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  32. Remove and discard the TC oil return tube O-ring seal.
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  33. Remove and discard the TC oil return tube-to-engine block gasket.
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  34. Remove the oil pan bolts.
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    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 pan.

      Remove and discard the oil pan.

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  36. Remove and discard the oil pump seal.
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  37. NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges, which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove traces of sealant.

    Make sure that the oil pan sealing surfaces of the cylinder block and engine front cover are free of foreign material. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation . Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper

    Material: Motorcraft ® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

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

    Material: Motorcraft ® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B

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  38. Loosen the fasteners and remove the valve cover.
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  39. Remove and discard the gasket.

    • Clean the valve cover gasket groove with soap and water or a suitable solvent.

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  40. 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.
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  41. NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.

    Clean the valve cover mating surface of the cylinder head and engine front cover. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation . Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper

    Material: Motorcraft ® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

    Material: Motorcraft ® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B

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

    GFD259549Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  42. Loosen the fasteners and remove the valve cover.
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  43. Remove and discard the gasket.

    • Clean the valve cover gasket groove with soap and water or a suitable solvent.

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  44. 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.
    GFD259552Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  45. NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.

    Clean the valve cover mating surface of the cylinder head and engine front cover. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation . Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper

    Material: Motorcraft ® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

    Material: Motorcraft ® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B

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

    GFD259553Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  46. Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt.
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  47. NOTE: Use a universal puller (such as an OTC 6667, or equivalent).

    Using a universal puller, remove the crankshaft pulley.

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  48. NOTE: Use care not to damage the engine front cover or the crankshaft when removing the seal.

    1. Install the 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.

    GFD259558Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  49. NOTE: There are 4 different types of fasteners, note location of each fastener for assembly.

    Remove the engine front cover fasteners.

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  50. 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
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  51. Remove and discard the engine front cover gaskets.
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  52. Remove and discard the oil gallery seal (6G068).
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  53. NOTE: Only use a 3M™ Roloc ® Bristle Disk (2-in white, part number 07528) to clean the engine front cover. Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes or any other power abrasive disk to clean front cover.

    • Clean the engine front cover using a 3M™ Roloc ® Bristle Disk (2-in white, part number 07528) in a suitable tool turning at the recommended speed of 15, 000 rpm. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .

    • Thoroughly wash the engine front cover to remove any foreign material, including any abrasive particles created during the cleaning process.

      Material: Motorcraft ® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

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

      Material: Motorcraft ® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B

    GFD259569Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  54. NOTE: Place clean, lint-free shop towels over exposed engine cavities. Carefully remove the towels so foreign material is not dropped into the engine. Any foreign material (including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces) that enters the oil passages may cause engine failure.
    NOTE: Do not use wire brushes, power abrasive discs or 3M™ Roloc ® Bristle Disk (2-in white part number 07528) to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges that make leak paths. They also cause contamination that will cause premature engine failure. Remove all traces of the gasket.

    Make sure that the mating faces of the engine block are clean and free of foreign material. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation . Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper

    Material: Motorcraft ® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

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

    Material: Motorcraft ® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B

    GFD259570Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  55. 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.

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  56. 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).

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  57. Remove the bolts and the RH timing chain tensioner.
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  58. Remove the RH timing chain tensioner arm.
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  59. Remove the bolts and the RH timing chain guide.
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  60. Remove the RH timing chain.
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  61. Remove and discard the original crankshaft pulley bolt.
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    1. Rotate the oil pump drive chain tensioner counterclockwise.
    2. Insert a small hex wrench or pin into the holes of the tensioner to secure the end of the spring.
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  63. Remove the bolt and oil pump drive chain tensioner.
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  64. Remove the bolts and oil pump drive chain guide.
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  65. Remove the oil pump drive chain.
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  66. Remove the bolts and the oil pump.
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  67. Remove the engine block skirt stiffener bolts.
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  68. 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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  70. NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.

    Clean and inspect the mating surfaces. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation . Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper

    Material: Motorcraft ® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

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

    Material: Motorcraft ® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B

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