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Cylinder Head: Material

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MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS

Item Specification
Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep
ZC-31-A
-
Motorcraft® Premium Gold Engine Coolant
VC-7-B (US); CVC-7-B (Canada); or equivalent
WSS-M97B51-A1
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W20-QSP (US); Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada); or equivalent
WSS-M2C930-A
Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound
XG-3-A
ESE-M1C171-A
Silicone Gasket and Sealant
TA-30
WSE-M4G323-A4
Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover
ZC-30
-

All cylinder heads 

    NOTE: Make sure all coolant residue and foreign material are cleaned from the block surface and cylinder bore, or engine damage may occur.
    NOTE: The use of sealing aids (aviation cement, copper spray and glue) is not permitted. The gasket must be installed dry or engine damage may occur.
    NOTE: The cylinder head bolts must be discarded and new bolts installed or engine damage may occur. They are a tighten-to-yield design and cannot be reused.
    NOTE: Do not turn the crankshaft until instructed to do so.
    NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
    Fig 1: Positioning Cylinder Head Gaskets And Cylinder Heads Over Dowels
    G06139124Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Using the Cylinder Head Alignment Pins, position the cylinder head gaskets and cylinder heads over the dowels and install the 24 cylinder head bolts loosely.
  2. NOTE: Be sure to tighten the bolts in 3 stages.
  3. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
    • Stage 3: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
      Fig 2: Cylinder Head Bolts Tightening Sequence
      G06773782Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar.
  5. If equipped, install the cylinder block drain plugs.
    • Tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 3: Locating Cylinder Block Drain Plug
      G06126542Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. NOTE: The engine support insulator bracket bolts must be discarded and new bolts installed or damage to the engine may occur. They are a tighten-to-yield design and cannot be reused.
    NOTE: Clean the engine support insulator bracket mounting surface of any dirt or foreign material prior to installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in engine support insulator damage.
    NOTE: The engine support insulator bracket bolts must not be tightened more than 90 degrees after initial torque.
  7. If equipped with cylinder block drain plugs, position the engine support insulator bracket and install 3 new bolts in 2 stages.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional minimum of 60 degrees.
      Fig 4: Locating Engine Support Insulator Bracket Bolts
      G06773562Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    LH cylinder head 

  8. Remove the Cylinder Head Remover/Installer from the LH cylinder head.
    Fig 5: Identifying Cylinder Head Remover/Installer On LH Cylinder Head
    G06126575Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. NOTE: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed into their original locations or damage to the engine may occur.
  10. Install the hydraulic lash adjusters into the LH cylinder head.
    • Lubricate the hydraulic lash adjusters with clean engine oil prior to installation.
      Fig 6: Locating Hydraulic Lash Adjusters
      G06126723Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install 10 new exhaust manifold-to-cylinder head studs.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
      Fig 7: Locating Exhaust Manifold-To-Cylinder Head Studs
      G06773608Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Position 2 new gaskets, the LH exhaust manifold and tighten the 10 new nuts in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 8: LH Exhaust Manifold Nuts Tightening Sequence
      G06773471Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Position the exhaust manifold heat shield and install the 3 bolts.
    • Tighten to 14 Nm (124 lb-in).
      Fig 9: Locating Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolts
      G06773606Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    RH cylinder head 

  14. Remove the Cylinder Head Remover/Installer from the RH cylinder head.
    Fig 10: Identifying Cylinder Head Remover/Installer On RH Cylinder Head
    G06126653Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. NOTE: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed into their original locations or damage to the engine may occur.
  16. Install the hydraulic lash adjusters into the RH cylinder head.
    • Lubricate the hydraulic lash adjusters with clean engine oil prior to installation.
      Fig 11: Locating Hydraulic Lash Adjusters
      G06126723Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Install 10 new exhaust manifold-to-cylinder head studs.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
      Fig 12: Locating Exhaust Manifold-To-Cylinder Head Studs
      G06773613Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Position 2 new gaskets, the RH exhaust manifold and tighten the 10 new nuts in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 13: RH Exhaust Manifold Nuts Tightening Sequence
      G06773469Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. Position the exhaust manifold heat shield and install the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 14 Nm (124 lb-in).
      Fig 14: Locating Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolts
      G06773611Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  20. Install the heater coolant tube stud bolt.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 15: Locating Heater Coolant Tube Stud Bolt
      G06126587Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    All cylinder heads 

  21. NOTE: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed into their original locations or damage to the engine may occur.
    NOTE: Camshaft shown in illustration installed to clarify camshaft roller follower position.
    NOTE: Lubricate the camshaft roller followers with clean engine oil prior to installation.
    Fig 16: Locating Camshaft Roller Followers On RH Cylinder Head
    G06773339Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  22. Install only the identified camshaft roller followers onto the RH cylinder head.
  23. NOTE: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed into their original locations or damage to the engine may occur.
    NOTE: Camshaft shown in illustration installed to clarify camshaft roller follower position.
    NOTE: Lubricate the camshaft roller followers with clean engine oil prior to installation.
    Fig 17: Locating Camshaft Roller Followers Onto LH Cylinder Head
    G06773340Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  24. Install only the identified camshaft roller followers onto the LH cylinder head.
  25. Install the LH and RH camshafts.
    • Lubricate the camshaft and camshaft journals with clean engine oil prior to installation.
  26. Install the 6 LH and 6 RH camshaft bearing caps in their original locations.
    • Lubricate the camshaft bearing caps with clean engine oil.
    • Position the 2 front camshaft bearing caps.
    • Position the remaining 10 camshaft bearing caps.
    • Install the 24 bolts loosely.
  27. Tighten the 12 LH camshaft bearing cap bolts in 2 stages:
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in) in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 45 degrees.
      Fig 18: LH Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts Tightening Sequence
      G06773341Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  28. Tighten the 12 RH camshaft bearing cap bolts in 2 stages:
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in) in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 45 degrees.
      Fig 19: RH Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts Tightening Sequence
      G06773342Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  29. Install the balance shaft drive gear onto the LH camshaft.
  30. Install both camshaft sprockets and camshaft sprocket bolts finger-tight.
  31. NOTE: Timing chain procedures must be followed exactly or damage to valves and pistons will result.
    NOTE: Prior to installation, inspect the tensioner-sealing bead for seal integrity. If cracks, tears, separation from the tensioner body or permanent compression of the seal bead is observed, install a new tensioner or engine damage may occur.
    Fig 20: Compressing Tensioner Plunger Using Vise
    G06126274Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  32. Using a vise, compress the tensioner plunger.
  33. Install a retaining clip on the tensioner to hold the plunger in during installation.
    Fig 21: Installing Retaining Clip On Tensioner
    G06126275Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  34. NOTE: There are 61 links in each timing chain.
    Fig 22: Locating Copper Links
    G06126276Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  35. If copper links are not visible, mark 2 links on one end and 1 link on the other end, and use as timing marks.
  36. Install the timing chain guides and the 4 bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 23: Locating Timing Chain Guides With Mounting Bolts
      G06138736Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  37. Position the camshafts.
    • Rotate the LH camshaft until the timing mark is at approximately 12 o'clock.
    • Rotate the RH camshaft until the timing mark is at approximately 11 o'clock.
      Fig 24: Locating Camshaft Timing Mark
      G06138139Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  38. Position the crankshaft with the Crankshaft Holding Tool, then remove the tool.
    Fig 25: Positioning Crankshaft Using Crankshaft Holding Tool
    G06126273Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  39. Install the crankshaft sprocket, marking sure the flange faces forward.
    Fig 26: Locating Crankshaft Sprocket
    G06126277Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  40. Install the lower end of the LH timing chain, aligning the timing marks.
    Fig 27: Locating Timing Mark On LH Timing Chain
    G06137626Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  41. NOTE: Be sure the upper half of the timing chain is below the tensioner guide dowel.
    Fig 28: Locating Timing Marks On Timing Chain
    G06139140Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  42. Install the LH timing chain on the camshaft sprocket with the 2 chain (marked) links and the timing marks aligned.
  43. NOTE: The LH timing chain tensioner arm has a bump near the dowel hole for identification.
  44. Position the LH timing chain tensioner arm on the dowel pin and install the LH timing chain tensioner and the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 29: Locating LH Timing Chain Tensioner And Tensioner Arm With Mounting Bolts
      G06126258Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  45. NOTE: Be sure the chain link and crankshaft sprocket timing marks are aligned.
    NOTE: The lower half of the timing chain must be positioned above the dowel.
    Fig 30: Locating RH (Outer) Timing Chain On Crankshaft Sprocket
    G06137630Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  46. Install the RH (outer) timing chain on the crankshaft sprocket.
  47. Position the timing chain on the camshaft sprocket. Make sure the 2 copper-colored (marked) links align with the camshaft sprocket timing mark.
    Fig 31: Aligning Copper-Colored (Marked) With Camshaft Sprocket Timing Mark
    G06137631Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  48. Position the RH timing chain tensioner arm on the dowel pin and install the RH timing chain tensioner and the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 32: Locating RH Timing Chain Tensioner With Mounting Bolts
      G06126259Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  49. Remove the retaining clips from the RH and LH timing chain tensioners.
    Fig 33: Removing Hydraulic Chain Tensioner Retaining Clips
    G06126282Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  50. Check for correct alignment of all timing marks.
    Fig 34: Timing Marks Location
    G06137635Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  51. Install the crankshaft sensor ring on the crankshaft.
    Fig 35: Locating Crankshaft Sensor Ring
    G06126250Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  52. NOTE: Only use hand tools to tighten the camshaft sprocket bolt or damage to the camshaft or camshaft sprocket may occur.
  53. Tighten the RH camshaft sprocket bolt in 2 stages:
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
      Fig 36: Locating Camshaft Sprocket Bolt
      G06773317Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  54. NOTE: Only use hand tools to tighten the camshaft sprocket bolt or damage to the camshaft or camshaft sprocket may occur.
  55. Tighten the LH camshaft sprocket bolt in 2 stages:
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
      Fig 37: Locating Camshaft Sprocket Bolt
      G06773318Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  56. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise and position the crankshaft keyway at the 6 o'clock position.
    Fig 38: Positioning Crankshaft Keyway At 6 O'Clock Position
    G06126257Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  57. Remove the 2 bolts and the middle balance shaft bearing support and camshaft bearing cap assembly.
    Fig 39: Locating Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts
    G06773362Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  58. NOTE: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed into their original locations or damage to the engine may occur.
    NOTE: Do not allow the valve keepers to fall off the valve or the valve may drop into the cylinder. If a valve drops into the cylinder, the cylinder head must be removed.
    NOTE: It may be necessary to push down on the valve while compressing the spring.
  59. Using the Valve Spring Compressor, install the roller follower.
    • Lubricate the camshaft roller follower with clean engine oil prior to installation.
      Fig 40: Installing Roller Follower Using Valve Spring Compressor
      G06773363Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  60. Position the camshaft bearing cap and install the 2 bolts in 2 stages:
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 45 degrees.
      Fig 41: Locating Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts
      G06773362Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  61. Remove the 2 bolts and the rear balance shaft bearing support and camshaft bearing cap assembly.
    Fig 42: Locating Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts
    G06773365Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  62. NOTE: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed into their original locations or damage to the engine may occur.
    NOTE: Do not allow the valve keepers to fall off the valve or the valve may drop into the cylinder. If a valve drops into the cylinder, the cylinder head must be removed.
    NOTE: It may be necessary to push down on the valve while compressing the spring.
  63. Using the Valve Spring Compressor, install the roller follower.
    • Lubricate the camshaft roller follower with clean engine oil prior to installation.
      Fig 43: Installing Roller Follower
      G06773366Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  64. Position the camshaft bearing cap and install the 2 bolts in 2 stages:
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 45 degrees.
      Fig 44: Locating Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts
      G06773365Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  65. NOTE: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed into their original locations or damage to the engine may occur.
    NOTE: Do not allow the valve keepers to fall off the valve or the valve may drop into the cylinder. If a valve drops into the cylinder, the cylinder head must be removed.
    NOTE: It may be necessary to push down on the valve while compressing the spring.
  66. Using the Valve Spring Compressor, install all of the remaining camshaft roller followers.
    • Lubricate the camshaft roller followers with clean engine oil prior to installation.
      Fig 45: Removing/Installing Camshaft Roller Followers Using Valve Spring Compressor
      G06126256Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  67. Rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise and position the crankshaft keyway at the 11 o'clock position.
  68. Lubricate the balance shaft journals with clean engine oil.
  69. NOTE: Camshaft sprocket removed from art for clarity.
    Fig 46: Aligning Timing Mark On Balance Shaft With Camshaft Timing Mark
    G06597097Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  70. Position the balance shaft on the journals and align the timing mark on the balance shaft with the camshaft timing mark as shown in illustration.
  71. NOTE: The balance shaft bearing caps must be installed into their original locations or engine damage may occur.
  72. Position the 3 balance shaft bearing caps and install the 6 bolts and tighten in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 47: Identifying Balance Shaft Bearing Cap Bolt Loosening/Tightening Sequence
      G06773319Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  73. 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.
    NOTE: If the engine front cover is not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or 4 minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure may cause future oil leakage.
    NOTE: Make sure that the engine front cover gasket is in place on the engine front cover before installation.
    Fig 48: Locating Silicone Gasket And Sealant Applying Areas On Cylinder Head-To-Cylinder Block Surface And Oil Pan-To-Cylinder Block Surface
    G06564167Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  74. Apply a bead of silicone gasket and sealant along the cylinder head-to-cylinder block surface at the locations shown in illustration.
  75. Install a new engine front cover gasket on the engine front cover. Position the engine front cover onto the dowels. Install the 15 fasteners finger-tight.
    Fig 49: Installing Engine Front Cover Gasket On Engine Front Cover
    G06396283Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  76. Tighten the engine front cover fasteners in sequence in 3 stages.

    Stage 1: Tighten fasteners 1 through 5 to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

    Stage 2: Tighten fasteners 6 and 7 to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).

    Stage 3: Tighten fasteners 8 through 15 to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

    PARTS DESCRIPTION CHART

    Item Part Number Description
    1 N806177 Bolt, Hex Flange Head Pilot, M8 x 1.25 x 50
    2 N806177 Bolt, Hex Flange Head Pilot, M8 x 1.25 x 50
    3 N806177 Bolt, Hex Flange Head Pilot, M8 x 1.25 x 50
    4 N806177 Bolt, Hex Flange Head Pilot, M8 x 1.25 x 50
    5 N806177 Bolts, Hex Flange Head Pilot, M8 x 1.25 x 50
    6 N808529 Stud, Hex Head Pilot, M10 x 1.5 x 1.5 x 103
    7 N808529 Stud, Hex Head Pilot, M10 x 1.5 x 1.5 x 103
    8 N806177 Bolt, Hex Flange Head Pilot, M8 x 1.25 x 50
    9 N806177 Bolt, Hex Flange Head Pilot, M8 x 1.25 x 50
    10 N806177 Bolt, Hex Flange Head Pilot, M8 x 1.25 x 50
    11 W709573 Stud and Washer, Hex Head Pilot, M8 x 1.25 x 1.25 x 94
    12 W709573 Stud and Washer, Hex Head Pilot, M8 x 1.25 x 1.25 x 94
    13 W709573 Stud and Washer, Hex Head Pilot, M8 x 1.25 x 1.25 x 94
    14 W709573 Stud and Washer, Hex Head Pilot, M8 x 1.25 x 1.25 x 94
    15 W709573 Stud and Washer, Hex Head Pilot, M8 x 1.25 x 56
    Fig 50: Engine Front Cover Fasteners Tightening Sequence
    G06773307Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  77. Install the front 4 oil pan bolts in the sequence shown in illustration, in 2 stages:
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 60 degrees.
      Fig 51: Identifying Front Oil Pan/Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence
      G06126234Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  78. Lubricate the engine front cover and the crankshaft seal inner lip with clean engine oil.
    Fig 52: Locating Engine Front Cover And Crankshaft Front Seal Inner Lip
    G06138670Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  79. Using the Crankshaft Vibration Damper Installer, Front Cover Seal Installer and Crankshaft Front Seal Installer, install a new crankshaft front seal.
    Fig 53: Installing Crankshaft Front Seal
    G06138671Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  80. NOTE: If not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or 4 minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure may cause future oil leakage.
    Fig 54: Identifying Woodruff Key Slot On Crankshaft Pulley
    G06126239Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  81. Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the Woodruff key slot on the crankshaft pulley.
  82. Using the Crankshaft Vibration Damper Installer, install the crankshaft pulley.
    Fig 55: Installing Crankshaft Pulley Using Crankshaft Vibration Damper Installer
    G06126193Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  83. Tighten the new crankshaft pulley bolt in 4 stages.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
    • Stage 2: Loosen 360 degrees.
    • Stage 3: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
    • Stage 4: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
      Fig 56: Installing Crankshaft Pulley Bolt And Washer
      G06461362Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  84. Position the accessory drive belt tensioner and install the 3 bolts.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 57: Locating Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Bolts
      G06126553Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  85. Install the accessory drive belt idler pulley, the coolant pump pulley and the 5 bolts.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 58: Locating Coolant Pump Pulley And Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley Bolts
      G06772912Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  86. NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.
  87. Clean the valve cover mating surface with silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging.
  88. NOTE: If the valve cover is not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or 4 minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure may cause future oil leakage.
    Fig 59: Locating Silicone Gasket And Sealant Application Points
    G06773264Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  89. Apply a bead of silicone gasket and sealant in 2 places where the engine front cover meets the cylinder head.
  90. Position the RH valve cover and new gasket on the cylinder head and tighten the 16 fasteners in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 60: Identifying RH Valve Cover Fasteners Loosening Sequence
      G06773263Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  91. NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.
  92. Clean the valve cover mating surface with silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging.
  93. NOTE: If the valve cover is not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or 4 minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure may cause future oil leakage.
    Fig 61: Locating Silicone Gasket And Sealant Application Points
    G06773259Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  94. Apply a bead of silicone gasket and sealant in 2 places where the engine front cover meets the cylinder head.
  95. Position the LH valve cover and new gasket on the cylinder head and tighten the 17 fasteners in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 62: LH Valve Cover Fasteners Tightening/loosening Sequence
      G06773258Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  96. Position the oil level indicator and tube and install the bolt.
    • Install a new O-ring seal and lubricate with clean engine oil prior to installation.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 63: Locating Rear Oil Level Indicator Tube Bolt
      G06773125Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  97. Install the oil level indicator and tube front bolt.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 64: Locating Front Oil Level Indicator Tube Bolt
      G06773124Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  98. Position the electrical harness on the engine assembly and connect the engine wiring harness retainers to the valve cover studs.
  99. Connect the CKP  sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 65: Locating Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Electrical Connector
    G06595774Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  100. NOTE: Verify that the ignition coil spring is correctly located inside the ignition coil boot and that there is no damage to the tip of the boot.
    NOTE: Apply a light coat of dielectric compound to the inside of the ignition coil boots prior to installation.
  101. Install the 10 ignition coils and the 10 bolts.
    • Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
      Fig 66: Locating Ignition Coil Bolt
      G06773568Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  102. Connect the 10 ignition coil electrical connectors.
    Fig 67: Locating Ignition Coil Electrical Connector
    G06773567Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  103. Install the LH radio ignition interference capacitor and the nut.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 68: Locating Radio Ignition Interference Capacitor And Nut
      G06126546Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  104. Connect the Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) switch electrical connector.
    Fig 69: Locating Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) Switch Electrical Connector
    G06773570Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  105. Connect the Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 70: Locating Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) Sensor Electrical Connector
    G06126523Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  106. Install the RH radio ignition interference capacitor and the nut.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
      Fig 71: Locating Radio Ignition Interference Capacitor Nut
      G06126545Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  107. Connect the CMP  sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 72: Locating CMP Sensor Electrical Connector
    G06126319Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  108. NOTE: The large clutch assembly nut has a RH thread and must be rotated clockwise to install it.
  109. Using the Fan Pulley Holding Wrench and the Fan Clutch Nut Wrench, install the engine cooling fan onto the cooling pump pulley.
    • Tighten to 133 Nm (98 lb-ft).
      Fig 73: Removing/Installing Engine Cooling Fan
      G06138552Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  110. Using a suitable floor crane, remove the engine from the engine stand.
  111. Lower and support the engine assembly on wood blocks.
  112. Install the Engine Lifting Bracket.
    Fig 74: Identifying Engine Lifting Bracket (303-F047)
    G06168860Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  113. Using a suitable floor crane, raise the engine.
  114. Install the flexplate or flywheel and the 8 bolts in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
      Fig 75: Identifying Flywheel Bolts Tightening Sequence
      G06126446Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  115. Install the engine. For additional information, refer to INSTALLATION .