Crankshaft Pulley: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford Pickup and 2008 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
Press the 5 position retaining tabs and rotate the lower cooling fan shroud upward until the position retainer tab locks into position.

Fig 1: Pressing Position Retaining Tabs & Rotating Lower Cooling Fan Shroud Upward Until Position Retainer Tab Locks Into Position

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Rotate the tensioner clockwise and remove the accessory drive belt.

Fig 2: Rotating Tensioner Clockwise

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Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt and washer.
- Discard the crankshaft pulley bolt.
Using the special tool, remove the crankshaft pulley.

Fig 3: Removing Crankshaft Pulley Using Special Tool (303-009)

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