Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan and 2010 Ford Fusion. 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 & LIFTING .
Remove the 4 screws and position the RH fender splash shield aside.

Fig 1: Locating RH Fender Splash Shield & Screws
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the 6 pin-type retainers and the RH splash shield.
Using the hex feature, rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner clockwise and remove the accessory drive belt from the coolant pump pulley.
- Remove the accessory drive belt from the engine.
Fig 2: Removing Accessory Drive Belt From Engine
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.